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Article by Yara M. Asi examining the role of universities in the West Bank and Gaza as key sites of political engagement and student activism. It discusses how these institutions serve as platforms for political expression in the absence of national elections and a unified Palestinian political movement. The article highlights challenges faced by Palestinian universities, including Israeli military interventions, restrictions imposed by the Palestinian Authority in the West Bank, and Hamas in Gaza. It also explores how these institutions function within the broader Palestinian political landscape, reflecting wider societal and governance issues. This resource is valuable for research on Palestinian academia, Palestinian self-determination, and democratic development.
