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Zionism is an extension of Western imperialism in the Holy Land: Historian

Prominent Palestinian American historian Ussama Makdisi underscores the paradox of European antisemitism contributing to sympathy for Zionism and explores how the Jewish Question influenced Western backing for the movement, citing the example of British Secretary Edwin Montagu's opposition to the Balfour Declaration.

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- ZIONISM, WESTERN CHRISTIANITY AND LIBERALISM Asked about the perception that Evangelical Protestants have particularly been firm supporters of Zionism and Israel, often supported by images in the media, Makdisi said: "It's not just religious Christians but also Western liberals who have been the staunchest supporters of Israel."