Author: Dr. Sohaib Khaliq
Dr. Sohaib Khaliq
Dr. Sohaib Khaliq is a Fulbright scholar with a PhD in Political Science from the United States. His areas of expertise include democratization, politics and religion, and international relations. The opinions expressed in this article are those of the author alone and do not necessarily reflect the views of either any institution or this website
Role of Religious Thought: The article underscores the significance of religious thought, particularly within the context of Islam, in shaping attitudes and responses to the Israel-Palestine conflict. It highlights how various intellectual groups, from traditional ulama to neomodernists, have influenced the discourse and actions of Muslim communities in relation to the conflict. Neomodernism as an Alternative: The article proposes neomodernism as a potential alternative to the cycle of violence and suffering in the region. Neomodernist scholars advocate for a more moderate and peaceful interpretation of Jihad, emphasizing non-violent means to address political struggles. This perspective is presented as a way…