Syria And The Palestinians: The Clash Of Nation... -

Syria frequently toggled between aiding Palestinian groups (like Fatah in the 1960s) and suppressing them (in the 1970s) based on its own regime's interests.

Talhami argues that a "clash of nationalisms"—specifically Arab nationalism, Syrian nationalism, and Palestinian particularism—led to a loss of vision for both groups. Syria and the Palestinians: The Clash of Nation...

Each movement's distinct objectives often caused unintended or deliberate interference in the others' affairs. Some critics, such as Jonathan Schanzer in the

Some critics, such as Jonathan Schanzer in the Middle East Quarterly , argued that Talhami shows "disdain for a diplomatic resolution" and sometimes ignores the imperialist goals of other Arab states. - Gale Historically, many Syrians viewed Palestine as

Talhami analyzes why the Arab Nationalist Movement (ANM) ultimately failed to provide a unified framework for both peoples. ⚖️ Critical Reception

Syria and the Palestinians: the Clash of Nationalisms. - Gale

Historically, many Syrians viewed Palestine as "Southern Syria," a perspective that clashed with the emerging independent Palestinian national identity.