Provided the harsh rhetoric between the two countries, it may be forgotten that Iran is home to the biggest Jewish community in the Middle East outside Israel. Jewish existence there dates back to 2,700 years ago, and the relations between the country and its minority have known ups and downs. The picture became even more complicated when in 1948 Israel was established and Iran became its most important ally in the region. This course will introduce the history of the triangle made of Iran, its Jews, and Israel, from the nineteenth century to the present. We will examine central events in Iranian history and will see how it affected this relationship. Students will read and analyze primary sources and read critically secondary sources. We will also analyze popular culture products, such as documentaries, TV representations, and literature.
Prüfungsform im BA und mod. LA (Studienbeginn bis SOSE 2020): KL
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keine Prüfung im BA und LA (Studienbeginn ab WISE 2020/21)
- Trainer/in: Thomas Kestler
- Trainer/in: Julia Schneidawind
- Trainer/in: Lior Sternfeld