How did the word "Palestine" become a charge in France? - Al-Balad Podcast

Podcast briefing

The podcast discusses the complex relationship between France and Palestine, focusing on the historical context and personal experiences of Dr. François Burgat, a French scholar specializing in political Islam.

In this episode, Dr. François Burgat shares his journey of understanding Palestine, reflecting on his early misconceptions shaped by French narratives. He discusses the implications of France's support for Israel and the parallels between the Palestinian struggle and Algeria's history of colonization.