AIC Simulation

The AIC (Arab-Israeli Conflict) Simulation is an activity in which my class and I will participate over the period of the next few weeks. The simulation, organized by the University of Michigan, is designed to replicate the diplomatic process that is being used to solve this crisis in reality. The purpose, in addition to the gained diplomatic skills, will be to increase or understanding of the crisis and the impact it has on both the Jewish and Arabic communities. Society tends to oversimplify the issue as a fight between politicians, but their angst is feeble in comparison to the millions whose lives have been saturated in perpetual fear and sorrow.

My role in the simulation is representing the nation of Russia. I will be playing its Prime Minister and former President, Vladimir Putin. Russia is a strong supporter of a two-state solution, but feels the need to support the Palestinians if we are to wish for a stable outcome, due to the United States' overbearing and regent-like attitude towards Israel. With both parties equally represented, Russia is confident that a peaceful solution is not only possible, but imminent.