🎧 Audio
📖 Script
In a recent development in the ongoing Israeli-Palestinian conflict, Israeli forces conducted a raid in Nablus, a city in the occupied West Bank. This operation is part of a larger pattern of military actions in the region, aimed at suppressing what Israel identifies as terrorist threats. During this raid, Israeli troops used snipers, tear gas, and live ammunition, which are common tactics in such operations.
A particularly concerning aspect of this raid was the detention of a Palestinian child. Reports indicate that the child was blindfolded and taken into custody by the Israeli forces. This incident has drawn criticism from various human rights organizations, which argue that the treatment of children in conflict zones should adhere to international laws and conventions.
The West Bank has been a focal point of tension for decades, with both Israelis and Palestinians claiming rights to the land. The city of Nablus, historically significant and one of the largest cities in the West Bank, often finds itself at the center of these clashes. The Israeli government justifies its actions in the region by citing security concerns, while Palestinians view these actions as part of a broader strategy to exert control over Palestinian territories.
International reactions to such events are mixed. While some countries support Israel’s right to defend itself, others criticize its military tactics, particularly those that impact civilians. The situation in Nablus highlights the ongoing challenges in achieving peace in the region, with both sides holding deep-seated grievances.
Efforts to resolve the conflict through peace talks have repeatedly stalled, largely due to disagreements on key issues such as borders, the status of Jerusalem, and the rights of refugees. The international community continues to call for renewed dialogue and a two-state solution, but progress remains elusive.
📝 Vocabulary
- raid: a sudden attack or incursion
例文: “The army conducted a raid on the enemy’s base.”
Collocations／日本語の意味を見る
- conduct a raid
- police raid
- military raid
襲撃、急襲 - detain: to hold someone in custody
例文: “The police detained the suspect for questioning.”
Collocations／日本語の意味を見る
- detain someone
- illegally detain
- detain without charge
拘束する、拘留する - conflict: a serious disagreement or argument
例文: “The conflict between the two countries has lasted for decades.”
Collocations／日本語の意味を見る
- armed conflict
- resolve a conflict
- conflict resolution
紛争、対立 - criticism: the expression of disapproval
例文: “The new policy has faced widespread criticism.”
Collocations／日本語の意味を見る
- face criticism
- harsh criticism
- constructive criticism
批判、非難 - convention: an agreement or treaty
例文: “The international convention aimed to protect human rights.”
Collocations／日本語の意味を見る
- international convention
- sign a convention
- adhere to a convention
協定、条約
✏️ Grammar Point
Relative Clauses – “A particularly concerning aspect of this raid was the detention of a Palestinian child.”
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💡 使用場面
関係代名詞は、会話や文書で特定の情報を追加説明する際に使われます。
📝 使用例文
“例: In a presentation, you might say: ‘The project, which was started last year, is nearing completion.’”
❓ Listening Questions
- True/False: Israeli forces detained a Palestinian adult during the raid in Nablus.
- MCQ: What tactics did Israeli forces use during the raid?
a) Only tear gas
b) Snipers and water cannons
c) Snipers, tear gas, and live ammunition
d) Tear gas and rubber bullets - MCQ: What is a major point of contention between Israelis and Palestinians according to the script?
a) Economic policies
b) Cultural exchanges
c) Control over territories
d) Trade agreements
🔑 Listening Answersを見る
- False
- c) Snipers, tear gas, and live ammunition
- c) Control over territories
📚 Reading Questions
- What specific action did Israeli forces take during the raid in Nablus?
- Why might human rights organizations criticize the detention of a Palestinian child?
- What does the word “detain” mean in the context of the script?
🔑 Reading Answersを見る
- Israeli forces blindfolded and detained a Palestinian child.
- Because the treatment of children in conflict zones should comply with international laws.
- To hold someone in custody
🇯🇵 日本語での経済ニュース解説
イスラエルとパレスチナの紛争は経済的にも社会的にも影響を及ぼしています。特に、西岸地区のような占領地では、軍事行動が頻発し、地域経済の発展が阻害されています。国際社会はこの問題を注視し、和平への努力を続けていますが、解決には至っていません。日本もこの地域への支援を行っており、二国間の平和的解決を期待しています。将来的には、安定した政治状況が経済発展を促進する可能性がありますが、現状では予断を許さない状況が続いています。
