In this 9th episode of Abratalks, we welcome Aurèle Tobelem, Director of Research at the Forum for Foreign Relations, Historian, and Cultural Strategist.

From the Gaza ceasefire to the evolving legacy of the Abraham Accords, Aurèle shares his perspective on the shifting geopolitical landscape of the MENA region exploring how history, identity, and storytelling intertwine to shape our understanding of peace.

Through this dialogue, he reflects on the challenges of counter-extremism, the power of interfaith dialogue, and the enduring importance of Jewish-Muslim relations in building a shared future...

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00:00 Introduction

01:35 Few words about current events in the MENA region

03:35 Aurele Tobelem's unique journey

09:28 The intersection of scholarship and storytelling

12:31 Navigating Historical Narratives and Memorial Wars

16:28 Counter-Extremism and Peacebuilding

21:14 The Importance of Jewish-Muslim Relationships

24:42 The Future of the Abraham Accords

31:48 Shifts in Middle Eastern Alliances

34:58 Interfaith Dialogue and Cultural Understanding

42:42 Abrahamic or mosaic narrative to shape the region's future

44:14 Three Wishes for the Future of the MENA Region

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