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From Napoleon to Balfour

From Napoleon to Balfour

For centuries, the Christian world has recognized the connection that Jews have to the Land of Israel. Many tied Jesus' second coming to the political-sovereign restoration of the Jews, others saw the establishment of the state as part of Christian redemption. In modern times, this has had political implications that underpinned the success of Zionism.

Sovereignty is claimed, not awarded

Israeli governments have largely failed to state forthrightly their rights over all parts of the country, leaving their opponents in the international community free to make statements and carry out measures, such as the disengagement from Gaza.