🎧 Audio
📖 Script
Today, we are discussing a significant topic about the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas. Journalist and author Jeremy Scahill has shared his views on this matter. He believes that Israel is not being completely honest if it expects Hamas to surrender easily. According to Scahill, the relationship between Israel and Hamas is very complicated, and it is unlikely that the conflict will end soon.
The current situation has a deep historical background. The conflict has been going on for decades, with both sides having strong claims and grievances. Many people around the world are hoping for peace, but the path to achieving it is not clear. Scahill points out that a truce or peace agreement requires both sides to make compromises, which is challenging given their long-standing hostilities.
Scahill also mentions the impact of international politics on the conflict. Various countries have their interests and alliances, which influence the dynamics between Israel and Hamas. For example, some nations support Israel, while others back Hamas. This external involvement often complicates the peace process, making it harder to find a lasting solution.
In the past, there have been several attempts to negotiate peace, but they have not been successful. Scahill suggests that for a true resolution, there must be a genuine willingness to address the root causes of the conflict. This includes addressing issues related to territory, security, and the rights of people living in the affected areas.
As the situation develops, it is crucial for the international community to encourage dialogue and support efforts towards a peaceful resolution. While the future remains uncertain, the hope is that both sides will eventually come to an agreement that ensures safety and stability for everyone involved.
📝 Vocabulary
- conflict: a serious disagreement or argument, typically a protracted one
例文: “The conflict between the two countries has lasted for many years.”
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- armed conflict
- internal conflict
- conflict resolution
紛争 - surrender: to stop resisting an opponent and submit to their authority
例文: “The army decided to surrender after losing the battle.”
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- surrender to
- unconditional surrender
- surrender terms
降伏する - compromise: an agreement or settlement of a dispute reached by each side making concessions
例文: “They reached a compromise after long negotiations.”
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- reach a compromise
- compromise solution
- political compromise
妥協 - alliance: a union or association formed for mutual benefit, especially between countries or organizations
例文: “The two countries formed an alliance to improve security.”
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- military alliance
- strategic alliance
- form an alliance
同盟 - resolution: a firm decision to do or not to do something; the act of solving a problem or dispute
例文: “The resolution of the conflict took several years.”
Collocations／日本語の意味を見る
- peaceful resolution
- conflict resolution
- resolution process
解決
✏️ Grammar Point
Present Perfect Tense – “The conflict has been going on for decades…”
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💡 使用場面
日常会話やビジネスの場面で、過去から今まで続いていることを表現する際に使います。
📝 使用例文
“例: In a business meeting, you might say: ‘If we cut costs now, we can increase our profit margin next quarter.’”
❓ Listening Questions
- True/False: Jeremy Scahill believes that the conflict between Israel and Hamas will end soon.
- MCQ: According to Scahill, what is necessary for a truce?
a) Military intervention
b) Compromise from both sides
c) More international alliances
d) Economic sanctions - MCQ: What complicates the peace process between Israel and Hamas according to the script?
a) Lack of resources
b) International politics
c) Cultural differences
d) Economic disparities
🔑 Listening Answersを見る
- False
- b) Compromise from both sides
- b) International politics
📚 Reading Questions
- What does Jeremy Scahill believe about Israel’s expectations of Hamas surrendering?
- Why does international involvement often complicate the peace process between Israel and Hamas?
- What does the word “compromise” mean in the context of the script?
🔑 Reading Answersを見る
- Jeremy Scahill believes that Israel is not being honest if it expects Hamas to surrender easily.
- International involvement often complicates the peace process because countries have their interests and alliances, which affect the dynamics between Israel and Hamas.
- An agreement or settlement of a dispute reached by each side making concessions.
🇯🇵 日本語での経済ニュース解説
中東のイスラエルとハマスの対立は、地域の安定性に大きな影響を与えています。この紛争は、長年にわたる歴史的な背景と複雑な政治的関係が絡んでいます。国際社会は和平への努力を支持していますが、対立の解決は依然として困難です。地域の安定は世界経済にも影響を及ぼすため、今後も注視が必要です。和平が実現すれば、経済的な発展と地域の安定が期待されます。
