Today, I had the privilege to interview Aziz Abu Sarah.
Aziz Abu Sarah is a peace builder, cultural educator, entrepreneur, author, and international speaker. He is a Palestinian peace activist, journalist, and tourism entrepreneur who founded MEJDI Tours and is a resident of East Jerusalem. When Aziz was nine years old, his older brother Taiseer was arrested and held in prison for nearly a year; shortly after his release, Taiseer died of internal injuries Aziz Abu Sarah sustained while being tortured in prison. After the Hamas attack in Israel on October 7, 2023, he reached out to Maoz Inon, whose parents were murdered by Hamas.
Abu Sarah and Inon’s campaign against revenge and in favor of reconciliation is not just a public endeavor but a deeply personal one. It all began with a heartfelt letter from Abu Sarah to Inon, expressing his condolences for Inon’s murdered family. Since then, they have been leading a campaign that is as much about their personal journey as it is about their public message. They have shared their story in media interviews, conferences, and home circles, held an open conversation at a TED conference, and met with diplomats and, recently, with the Pope.
Today, I spoke to Aziz about his activism and other activities. His story, like that of Maoz, is truly remarkable and inspirational.
Sources
https://www.972mag.com/maoz-inon-aziz-abu-sarah-peace-conference/
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