New Delhi, Nov 06: What are the roots of the Israel-Palestinian conflict? Why has the US-brokered peace process repeatedly failed to deliver peace? What are the prospects for a just resolution? What interests underlie current US doctrines in the Middle East and how do we look beyond them to find more peaceful and viable alternatives? These are among the current and divisive questions, world renowned political analyst Noam Chomsky takes up in his new book, "Middle East Illusions: Peace, Security and Terror". The author clarifies the myths behind the peace process, the second Palestinian Intifada (which began in September 2000 and continues today in defiance of Israeli repression), and the Bush administration's response to the September 11 attacks on the United States, including its drive toward another war with Iraq. 'Middle East Illusions' also includes the full text of Chomsky's earlier book, 'Peace In The Middle East? Reflections on justice and nationhood', written during the crucial period spanning the six-day and 1973 wars, events that continue to define and deeply influence the world today. "There are many dimensions to peace process in the middle east. There are several areas of ongoing serious violence - three in particular," says Chomsky adding that one is Iraq, second Turkey and third Israel and Palestine. The issue of place of Iran within the region is also important.

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