Welches Ziel verfolgen Zionisten? | Prof. Dr. phil. Erik Petry

The term "Zionists" often comes up when criticizing the Middle East conflict. But who or what exactly is meant by that? Political criticism is frequently mixed with prejudice. To better understand this, it's worth looking at its origins. Historian Erik Petry explains: What is Zionism really? Zionism is a 19th-century movement that demanded a Jewish state in Palestine. Theodor Herzl was its most important intellectual leader. After the Holocaust, it gained significant momentum, and in 1948, the State of Israel was established. 00:00 What is Zionism? 01:31 Why is criticism often directed at "Zionists"?