Erik Skare
@erikskare.no
Senior researcher (@nupinytt.bsky.social) |
Author of Road to October 7: A Brief History of Palestinian Islamism (Verso) & A History of Palestinian Islamic Jihad (Cambridge UP) |
Linux and digital methods enthusiast
Author of Road to October 7: A Brief History of Palestinian Islamism (Verso) & A History of Palestinian Islamic Jihad (Cambridge UP) |
Linux and digital methods enthusiast
Pinned
the Trump administration views the concept "as a potential substitute for the UN... a kind of parallel unofficial body to deal with other conflicts beyond Gaza." kyivindependent.com/us-consideri...
US considering creating 'Board of Peace' for Ukraine, modeled after plan for Gaza, FT reports
American officials have put forward the idea of expanding the Gaza 'Board of Peace' to include other countries affected by war and conflicts, including Ukraine and Venezuela, the Financial Times (FT) ...
kyivindependent.com
January 18, 2026 at 9:39 PM
the Trump administration views the concept "as a potential substitute for the UN... a kind of parallel unofficial body to deal with other conflicts beyond Gaza." kyivindependent.com/us-consideri...
I worry this will impact the legitimacy of the FIFA peace prize.
January 3, 2026 at 5:35 PM
I worry this will impact the legitimacy of the FIFA peace prize.
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RE Gaza, there is every reason to be pessimistic. Millions will continue to live in tent cities, not just this winter (3rd winter) but also for the next five years - who knows?
As far as Israel is concerned, Gaza will be kept in perpetual limbo, in hope for its complete destruction and depopulation.
As far as Israel is concerned, Gaza will be kept in perpetual limbo, in hope for its complete destruction and depopulation.
December 30, 2025 at 9:55 AM
RE Gaza, there is every reason to be pessimistic. Millions will continue to live in tent cities, not just this winter (3rd winter) but also for the next five years - who knows?
As far as Israel is concerned, Gaza will be kept in perpetual limbo, in hope for its complete destruction and depopulation.
As far as Israel is concerned, Gaza will be kept in perpetual limbo, in hope for its complete destruction and depopulation.
Reposted by Erik Skare
1953-2025 | Renowned Palestinian Actor and Director Mohammad Bakri Dies at 72
www.haaretz.com/israel-news/...
www.haaretz.com/israel-news/...
Renowned Palestinian actor and director Mohammad Bakri dies at 72
1953-2025 | Bakri Gained Fame for His Roles in 'Beyond the Walls,' 'Fellow Travelers' and 'Cup Final.' In 2002, He Directed the Controversial Documentary 'Jenin, Jenin'
www.haaretz.com
December 24, 2025 at 8:40 PM
1953-2025 | Renowned Palestinian Actor and Director Mohammad Bakri Dies at 72
www.haaretz.com/israel-news/...
www.haaretz.com/israel-news/...
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I'm honored that Civilizing Contention is on @abuaardvark.bsky.social's list of best books of 2025, and among such a stellar group.
abuaardvarkghost.ghost.io/best-of-2025...
abuaardvarkghost.ghost.io/best-of-2025...
Best of 2025
I've just returned from a whirlwind trip to Denmark and Norway, where I gave four book talks – a million thanks to the University of Copenhagen and DIIS, Aarhus University, NUPI and the University of ...
abuaardvarkghost.ghost.io
December 22, 2025 at 11:35 AM
I'm honored that Civilizing Contention is on @abuaardvark.bsky.social's list of best books of 2025, and among such a stellar group.
abuaardvarkghost.ghost.io/best-of-2025...
abuaardvarkghost.ghost.io/best-of-2025...
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this is the greatest feeling, when the cord box proves its utility to a family member
December 20, 2025 at 6:35 AM
this is the greatest feeling, when the cord box proves its utility to a family member
Grateful that my book Road to October 7: A Brief History of Palestinian Islamism is listed by @abuaardvark.bsky.social as one of the best academic MENA books of 2025. All the more so alongside my former supervisor at Sciences Po Stéphane Lacroix!
abuaardvarkghost.ghost.io/best-of-2025/
abuaardvarkghost.ghost.io/best-of-2025/
Best of 2025
I've just returned from a whirlwind trip to Denmark and Norway, where I gave four book talks – a million thanks to the University of Copenhagen and DIIS, Aarhus University, NUPI and the University of ...
abuaardvarkghost.ghost.io
December 20, 2025 at 6:56 PM
Grateful that my book Road to October 7: A Brief History of Palestinian Islamism is listed by @abuaardvark.bsky.social as one of the best academic MENA books of 2025. All the more so alongside my former supervisor at Sciences Po Stéphane Lacroix!
abuaardvarkghost.ghost.io/best-of-2025/
abuaardvarkghost.ghost.io/best-of-2025/
It was a pleasure hosting @abuaardvark.bsky.social in Oslo! First, a book panel with @jjensehaugen.bsky.social and Tine Gade at @nupinytt.bsky.social discussing his newest book America’s Middle East (@hurstpublishers.bsky.social) and then a solo lecture by Marc at @uio.no:
December 18, 2025 at 9:12 AM
It was a pleasure hosting @abuaardvark.bsky.social in Oslo! First, a book panel with @jjensehaugen.bsky.social and Tine Gade at @nupinytt.bsky.social discussing his newest book America’s Middle East (@hurstpublishers.bsky.social) and then a solo lecture by Marc at @uio.no:
Deeply saddened to learn that Asad Haider passed away all too early. I enjoyed his book Mistaken Identity (@versobooks.bsky.social) immensely! www.legacy.com/us/obituarie...
Asad Haider Obituary (1987 - 2025) - Toronto, ON - Centre Daily Times
View Asad Haider's obituary, send flowers and sign the guestbook.
www.legacy.com
December 11, 2025 at 8:49 PM
Deeply saddened to learn that Asad Haider passed away all too early. I enjoyed his book Mistaken Identity (@versobooks.bsky.social) immensely! www.legacy.com/us/obituarie...
Look what the cat dragged in. Can’t wait to start reading this gem! Congratulations, @annelikuski.bsky.social 🥳🥳🥳
December 4, 2025 at 12:28 PM
Look what the cat dragged in. Can’t wait to start reading this gem! Congratulations, @annelikuski.bsky.social 🥳🥳🥳
Hyggelig omtale i forbifarten av Road to October 7 i denne ukas Dag og Tid:
November 25, 2025 at 6:02 PM
Hyggelig omtale i forbifarten av Road to October 7 i denne ukas Dag og Tid:
Both Hamas and PIJ reject the UN Security Council resolution. PIJ also adding that “Any mandate given to an international force that includes the disarmament of the resistance transforms it from a neutral party into a partner in implementing the occupation’s agenda.”
November 18, 2025 at 8:31 AM
Both Hamas and PIJ reject the UN Security Council resolution. PIJ also adding that “Any mandate given to an international force that includes the disarmament of the resistance transforms it from a neutral party into a partner in implementing the occupation’s agenda.”
Look what finally arrived! Congratulations, @joaswagemakers.bsky.social!
November 15, 2025 at 2:43 PM
Look what finally arrived! Congratulations, @joaswagemakers.bsky.social!
@caseynewton.bsky.social Anything on Google not pushing Android 16 QPR1 to the Android Open Source Project (AOSP), unlike in previous years?
October 29, 2025 at 3:09 PM
@caseynewton.bsky.social Anything on Google not pushing Android 16 QPR1 to the Android Open Source Project (AOSP), unlike in previous years?
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Ser på Lånekassens satser og konstaterer at det ikke lenger er mulig for en ubemidlet norsk student å studere på gode universiteter i England. Skolepenger for en bachelor på OxBridge starter på NOK 575k per år, uten kost og losji. Lånekassen gir totalt 550k (190k stip + 360k lån)
October 23, 2025 at 2:43 PM
Ser på Lånekassens satser og konstaterer at det ikke lenger er mulig for en ubemidlet norsk student å studere på gode universiteter i England. Skolepenger for en bachelor på OxBridge starter på NOK 575k per år, uten kost og losji. Lånekassen gir totalt 550k (190k stip + 360k lån)
“If de Waal is anywhere close to right, this conflict will have killed 7.5 percent of the prewar population of Gaza in just two years. It already is, in proportional terms, deadlier than the wars in Yemen, Syria, Sudan and Ukraine.” www.nytimes.com/2025/10/23/o...
Opinion | What Happened in Gaza Might Be Even Worse Than We Think
www.nytimes.com
October 26, 2025 at 8:00 PM
“If de Waal is anywhere close to right, this conflict will have killed 7.5 percent of the prewar population of Gaza in just two years. It already is, in proportional terms, deadlier than the wars in Yemen, Syria, Sudan and Ukraine.” www.nytimes.com/2025/10/23/o...
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Jeg skriver i @morgenbladet.no denne uka: www.morgenbladet.no/ideer/det-fi...
October 24, 2025 at 8:32 AM
Jeg skriver i @morgenbladet.no denne uka: www.morgenbladet.no/ideer/det-fi...
Jeg skriver i @morgenbladet.no denne uka: www.morgenbladet.no/ideer/det-fi...
October 24, 2025 at 8:32 AM
Jeg skriver i @morgenbladet.no denne uka: www.morgenbladet.no/ideer/det-fi...
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What will it take to disarm Hamas?
www.al-monitor.com/originals/20...
www.al-monitor.com/originals/20...
What will it take to disarm Hamas?
Hamas could be open to a compromise that requires it to surrender “offensive” weapons only.
www.al-monitor.com
October 17, 2025 at 9:15 AM
What will it take to disarm Hamas?
www.al-monitor.com/originals/20...
www.al-monitor.com/originals/20...
