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September 11, 2012       Share:    

Source: http://jcpa.org/article/the-jewish-exodus-from-arab-landstoward-redressing-injustices-on-all-sides/

The Jewish Exodus from Arab Lands: Toward Redressing Injustices on All Sides

(Institute for Contemporary Affairs-Jerusalem Center for Public Affairs) Aharon Mor and Orly R. Rahimiyan - There were nearly twice as many Jewish refugees as Palestinian refugees, and the value of the Jewish property confiscated by Arab governments during their expulsion is estimated to be at least 50% higher than the assets lost by Palestinian refugees. The rights of these Jewish refugees (and their descendants) should be recognized and addressed by appropriate measures such as an international fund, as part of any comprehensive negotiations to resolve the overall issue of refugees. Such a solution would create a connection between the Jewish and Palestinian refugee problems. Aharon Mor is Senior Director for Restitution of Rights and Jewish Property, Israel Ministry for Senior Citizens, where Orly Rahimiyan is Counselor.

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