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Papers by Hani Chibli
Exporting the Iranian Islamic revloution, 2023
Abstract: The phenomenon of exporting revolutionary ideals has been a recurrent theme in shaping... more Abstract:
The phenomenon of exporting revolutionary ideals has been a recurrent theme in shaping global dynamics, as it entails the transmission of transformative ideologies across borders. This abstract delves into the case of Iran's exportation of the Islamic Revolution, scrutinizing the multifaceted dimensions of this endeavor. By examining the interplay of ideology, strategic implementation, and constitutional foundations, this study sheds light on the intricate mechanisms that facilitated the dissemination of revolutionary values beyond Iran's borders.
The Islamic Revolution of 1979 marked a pivotal moment in Iran's history, leading to the establishment of an Islamic Republic under the leadership of Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini. As part of its pursuit to assert revolutionary principles, the Iranian government engaged in efforts to extend its ideological influence to other nations. This abstract explores the methodologies employed, encompassing media, literature, propaganda, and symbolic representation, through which revolutionary ideals were propagated domestically and abroad.
The conceptual framework of this study recognizes the significance of ideology as the driving force behind Iran's exportation of the revolution. The analysis underscores the role of revolutionary figures and slogans as potent symbols that crystallized the spirit of resistance against perceived oppression. Moreover, the study investigates the intricate strategies utilized by the Iranian government, including controlled media narratives, literature, and propaganda dissemination, to amplify its revolutionary message across a transnational spectrum.
Integral to this examination is an exploration of the constitutional underpinnings that enabled the export of the Iranian Revolution. The incorporation of Islamic principles into the constitutional framework provided a solid foundation for propagating the ideology beyond Iranian borders. This study illuminates how these constitutional elements not only fortified domestic governance but also served as a blueprint for shaping international perceptions and interactions.
In conclusion, this abstract encapsulates a comprehensive exploration of Iran's exportation of the Islamic Revolution, unraveling the complex interplay of ideology, strategic deployment, and constitutional frameworks. By unraveling these intricacies, this study contributes to a nuanced understanding of how revolutionary ideals can transcend geographical boundaries, leaving an indelible mark on global politics and socio-cultural dynamics.
Through a theoretical framework based on the literature review and findings from academic literat... more Through a theoretical framework based on the literature review and findings from academic literature, the overall objective of this paper is to answer the question: How does the Islamic State (ISIS) recruit using Social Media? According to Marshall McLuhan1 "it would be impossible for terrorism to exist without the media." Terrorism is one of the most prominent forms of violence and crime in modern times as it threatens the security and stability of many societies. The terrorist acts have continuously developed over the years and now are characterized by high flexibility and ability to deal with social, international and security changes, as well as by the capacity to adapt to new
Through a theoretical framework based on the literature review and findings from academic literat... more Through a theoretical framework based on the literature review and findings from academic literature, the overall objective of this paper is to answer the question: How does the Islamic State (ISIS) recruit using Social Media? According to Marshall McLuhan 1 "it would be impossible for terrorism to exist without the media." Terrorism is one of the most prominent forms of violence and crime in modern times as it threatens the security and stability of many societies. The terrorist acts have continuously developed over the years and now are characterized by high flexibility and ability to deal with social, international and security changes, as well as by the capacity to adapt to new technologies. The notion that terrorists have benefited from the development of modern technology is evident by the fact that more than 80 percent of the recruitment operations carried out by the ISIS have been accomplished through Social Media platforms 2. The link between terrorism and technology is what is referred to as cyber terrorism and dates back to the famous terrorist organization, Al Qaeda. Al Qaeda was the first jihadist organization that utilized the World Wide Web, and Osama bin Laden was the first terrorist to embrace Internet technology as early as 1997. Ayman al Zawahiri, the current leader of Al Qaeda, stated in 2005 that "we are in a battle, and more than half of this battle is in the media" 3. This speech given by Ayman Al Zawahiri was the spark, the beginning of the emergence of the cyber-jihad that is raging today. 4 ISIS is the current famous terrorist organization that takes part of the new technology developments by adapting the most beneficial tactics available in the cyberspace, "rise and
The Israeli-Palestinian conflict is the ongoing struggle between Israelis and Palestinians that b... more The Israeli-Palestinian conflict is the ongoing struggle between Israelis and Palestinians that began in the mid-20th century.The conflict is wide-ranging, and the term is sometimes also used about the sectarian conflict between the Jewish and the Arab population. It has been referred to as the world's "most intractable conflict", with the ongoing Israeli occupation of the West Bank and the Gaza Strip, reaching more than 50 years. In the last decade, the Israeli-Palestinian conflict no longer takes priority in the international agenda; the conflict went in favor of the terrorism importance, and its prevailed and growing force, especially in the Middle East and the rest of the world. The conflicts passed through many phases, and several initiatives along with Peace talks held for resolving the conflict. The main ideas of resolving the conflict based on Two-state Solution and later one-state Solution, many officials from both sides put frameworks for peace road some neglected and others accepted.However, the two approaches for SolutionSolution accepted and backed from officials in the U.S U.N, and worldwide but the final word is ranging between the two sides, whether they are Hawks and doves. One state solution. The "one-state solution" refers to a solution of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict through the creation of a unitary, federal or confederate Israeli-Palestinian state that should encompass all the territory of Israel, the West Bank as well as the east of Jerusalem and Gaza Strip , with citizenship and equal rights in the combined entity for all inhabitants of all three territories, without regard to ethnicity or religion. While some advocate this solution for ideological reasons, others feel mere that, due to the reality on the ground, it is a de facto situation. • The Israelis perspective on the solution: There is no possibility of approval from any Jewish group soon for the one-state approach since it is regarded as a loss of Jewish sovereignty and a sharp collapse of Jewish control over the whole land and resources. The establishment of one democratic state cannot be achieved but by
The most significant evolution in the modern world regarded as the Japanese one. Japan is a count... more The most significant evolution in the modern world regarded as the Japanese one. Japan is a country affected by demographic challenges with few territories. Besides, it also exposed to an elevated risk of natural disasters. This country became a global economic force and an example of successfully triumph over the economic crises. This paper proposes a brief analysis of the main drivers of the Japanese evolution in the post-world war II describing the development strategies obtained for this development. Japan a story of success : There are many success stories after disasters and devastations, but the Japanese story is different, and the Japanese people are unique. They made success after success uniquely and wondrously, raising from ashes of a ruined country. They believe that wars bring no glories but destruction and
The third world war has already started but in a piecemeal fashion-Pope Francis. Pope Francis has... more The third world war has already started but in a piecemeal fashion-Pope Francis.
Pope Francis has announced that World War 3 has begun, saying it is not a religious war, but a New World Order generated conflict over "interests, money, and resources." The Pope made the statement during a visit to Italy's most significant military cemetery, where he was commemorating the centenary of World War I, and in his mind scenes of what is happening in Iraq and Syria regarding the attacks on Christians and Yazidi minorities. If anyone wants to know how World War III looks like he does not have to look beyond Syria, and if anyone doubts that the war in Syria is global, he should check with a few definitions of the term world war, the definition of the World War-according to a political dictionary, it is: "the war that most of the major countries in the world are involving in a war”. The Macmillan Dictionary defines world war as "a war that many large states from various countries of the world take part in it.".
Media's role in promoting culture of Peace.
When white turns into gray, gray into black, and then black into aggression, we must fetch a medi... more When white turns into gray, gray into black, and then black into aggression, we must fetch a media's role, a fact throughout the history that all military actions inseparably preceded and followed by propaganda. Those mind manipulators from the professional point of view, methodologically and creatively, deserve all the admiration even if they are morally deserving contempt. Media is a double-edged sword it makes peace as well as it could evoke war and leads to destruction among social ties, the difference is only in the mechanism of the use, how media could be used to promote tolerance, coexistence and equality among all members and components of a community. Conflicts do not break out from one moment to the next. There is normally a long period in which tensions slowly build up-often over years or even decades. It is not inevitable that this build-up leads to large scale violence. A lot can be done to prevent outbursts of violence and to reduce the antagonism between different groups. Media can make an important contribution to conflict prevention by offering a different type of content, which reduces animosities, increases mutual understanding, unmasks and break the structural causes of increased tensions, and focuses on opportunities for future cooperation. Media is a bridge of communication to the peace industry, Journalism can not only help to distribute information but also counter hate-speech and create an environment of balanced atmosphere, and makes an information equilibrium. If Media used to spread hatred, discrimination, and exclusion of others, it would be a weapon to ignite a war.
Exporting the Iranian Islamic revloution, 2023
Abstract: The phenomenon of exporting revolutionary ideals has been a recurrent theme in shaping... more Abstract:
The phenomenon of exporting revolutionary ideals has been a recurrent theme in shaping global dynamics, as it entails the transmission of transformative ideologies across borders. This abstract delves into the case of Iran's exportation of the Islamic Revolution, scrutinizing the multifaceted dimensions of this endeavor. By examining the interplay of ideology, strategic implementation, and constitutional foundations, this study sheds light on the intricate mechanisms that facilitated the dissemination of revolutionary values beyond Iran's borders.
The Islamic Revolution of 1979 marked a pivotal moment in Iran's history, leading to the establishment of an Islamic Republic under the leadership of Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini. As part of its pursuit to assert revolutionary principles, the Iranian government engaged in efforts to extend its ideological influence to other nations. This abstract explores the methodologies employed, encompassing media, literature, propaganda, and symbolic representation, through which revolutionary ideals were propagated domestically and abroad.
The conceptual framework of this study recognizes the significance of ideology as the driving force behind Iran's exportation of the revolution. The analysis underscores the role of revolutionary figures and slogans as potent symbols that crystallized the spirit of resistance against perceived oppression. Moreover, the study investigates the intricate strategies utilized by the Iranian government, including controlled media narratives, literature, and propaganda dissemination, to amplify its revolutionary message across a transnational spectrum.
Integral to this examination is an exploration of the constitutional underpinnings that enabled the export of the Iranian Revolution. The incorporation of Islamic principles into the constitutional framework provided a solid foundation for propagating the ideology beyond Iranian borders. This study illuminates how these constitutional elements not only fortified domestic governance but also served as a blueprint for shaping international perceptions and interactions.
In conclusion, this abstract encapsulates a comprehensive exploration of Iran's exportation of the Islamic Revolution, unraveling the complex interplay of ideology, strategic deployment, and constitutional frameworks. By unraveling these intricacies, this study contributes to a nuanced understanding of how revolutionary ideals can transcend geographical boundaries, leaving an indelible mark on global politics and socio-cultural dynamics.
Through a theoretical framework based on the literature review and findings from academic literat... more Through a theoretical framework based on the literature review and findings from academic literature, the overall objective of this paper is to answer the question: How does the Islamic State (ISIS) recruit using Social Media? According to Marshall McLuhan1 "it would be impossible for terrorism to exist without the media." Terrorism is one of the most prominent forms of violence and crime in modern times as it threatens the security and stability of many societies. The terrorist acts have continuously developed over the years and now are characterized by high flexibility and ability to deal with social, international and security changes, as well as by the capacity to adapt to new
Through a theoretical framework based on the literature review and findings from academic literat... more Through a theoretical framework based on the literature review and findings from academic literature, the overall objective of this paper is to answer the question: How does the Islamic State (ISIS) recruit using Social Media? According to Marshall McLuhan 1 "it would be impossible for terrorism to exist without the media." Terrorism is one of the most prominent forms of violence and crime in modern times as it threatens the security and stability of many societies. The terrorist acts have continuously developed over the years and now are characterized by high flexibility and ability to deal with social, international and security changes, as well as by the capacity to adapt to new technologies. The notion that terrorists have benefited from the development of modern technology is evident by the fact that more than 80 percent of the recruitment operations carried out by the ISIS have been accomplished through Social Media platforms 2. The link between terrorism and technology is what is referred to as cyber terrorism and dates back to the famous terrorist organization, Al Qaeda. Al Qaeda was the first jihadist organization that utilized the World Wide Web, and Osama bin Laden was the first terrorist to embrace Internet technology as early as 1997. Ayman al Zawahiri, the current leader of Al Qaeda, stated in 2005 that "we are in a battle, and more than half of this battle is in the media" 3. This speech given by Ayman Al Zawahiri was the spark, the beginning of the emergence of the cyber-jihad that is raging today. 4 ISIS is the current famous terrorist organization that takes part of the new technology developments by adapting the most beneficial tactics available in the cyberspace, "rise and
The Israeli-Palestinian conflict is the ongoing struggle between Israelis and Palestinians that b... more The Israeli-Palestinian conflict is the ongoing struggle between Israelis and Palestinians that began in the mid-20th century.The conflict is wide-ranging, and the term is sometimes also used about the sectarian conflict between the Jewish and the Arab population. It has been referred to as the world's "most intractable conflict", with the ongoing Israeli occupation of the West Bank and the Gaza Strip, reaching more than 50 years. In the last decade, the Israeli-Palestinian conflict no longer takes priority in the international agenda; the conflict went in favor of the terrorism importance, and its prevailed and growing force, especially in the Middle East and the rest of the world. The conflicts passed through many phases, and several initiatives along with Peace talks held for resolving the conflict. The main ideas of resolving the conflict based on Two-state Solution and later one-state Solution, many officials from both sides put frameworks for peace road some neglected and others accepted.However, the two approaches for SolutionSolution accepted and backed from officials in the U.S U.N, and worldwide but the final word is ranging between the two sides, whether they are Hawks and doves. One state solution. The "one-state solution" refers to a solution of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict through the creation of a unitary, federal or confederate Israeli-Palestinian state that should encompass all the territory of Israel, the West Bank as well as the east of Jerusalem and Gaza Strip , with citizenship and equal rights in the combined entity for all inhabitants of all three territories, without regard to ethnicity or religion. While some advocate this solution for ideological reasons, others feel mere that, due to the reality on the ground, it is a de facto situation. • The Israelis perspective on the solution: There is no possibility of approval from any Jewish group soon for the one-state approach since it is regarded as a loss of Jewish sovereignty and a sharp collapse of Jewish control over the whole land and resources. The establishment of one democratic state cannot be achieved but by
The most significant evolution in the modern world regarded as the Japanese one. Japan is a count... more The most significant evolution in the modern world regarded as the Japanese one. Japan is a country affected by demographic challenges with few territories. Besides, it also exposed to an elevated risk of natural disasters. This country became a global economic force and an example of successfully triumph over the economic crises. This paper proposes a brief analysis of the main drivers of the Japanese evolution in the post-world war II describing the development strategies obtained for this development. Japan a story of success : There are many success stories after disasters and devastations, but the Japanese story is different, and the Japanese people are unique. They made success after success uniquely and wondrously, raising from ashes of a ruined country. They believe that wars bring no glories but destruction and
The third world war has already started but in a piecemeal fashion-Pope Francis. Pope Francis has... more The third world war has already started but in a piecemeal fashion-Pope Francis.
Pope Francis has announced that World War 3 has begun, saying it is not a religious war, but a New World Order generated conflict over "interests, money, and resources." The Pope made the statement during a visit to Italy's most significant military cemetery, where he was commemorating the centenary of World War I, and in his mind scenes of what is happening in Iraq and Syria regarding the attacks on Christians and Yazidi minorities. If anyone wants to know how World War III looks like he does not have to look beyond Syria, and if anyone doubts that the war in Syria is global, he should check with a few definitions of the term world war, the definition of the World War-according to a political dictionary, it is: "the war that most of the major countries in the world are involving in a war”. The Macmillan Dictionary defines world war as "a war that many large states from various countries of the world take part in it.".
Media's role in promoting culture of Peace.
When white turns into gray, gray into black, and then black into aggression, we must fetch a medi... more When white turns into gray, gray into black, and then black into aggression, we must fetch a media's role, a fact throughout the history that all military actions inseparably preceded and followed by propaganda. Those mind manipulators from the professional point of view, methodologically and creatively, deserve all the admiration even if they are morally deserving contempt. Media is a double-edged sword it makes peace as well as it could evoke war and leads to destruction among social ties, the difference is only in the mechanism of the use, how media could be used to promote tolerance, coexistence and equality among all members and components of a community. Conflicts do not break out from one moment to the next. There is normally a long period in which tensions slowly build up-often over years or even decades. It is not inevitable that this build-up leads to large scale violence. A lot can be done to prevent outbursts of violence and to reduce the antagonism between different groups. Media can make an important contribution to conflict prevention by offering a different type of content, which reduces animosities, increases mutual understanding, unmasks and break the structural causes of increased tensions, and focuses on opportunities for future cooperation. Media is a bridge of communication to the peace industry, Journalism can not only help to distribute information but also counter hate-speech and create an environment of balanced atmosphere, and makes an information equilibrium. If Media used to spread hatred, discrimination, and exclusion of others, it would be a weapon to ignite a war.