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Clashing Narratives: An Ideological Square Analysis of Daniel Hagari and Abu Obaida Speeches

Year: 2024

Type: article

Abstract: This study investigates the use of positive self-representation and negative other-representation in the speeches of two spokespersons, Daniel Hagari of Israel and Abu Obaida of Hamas, during the conflict that escalated after Operation Al-Aqsa Flood on October 7th, 2023. Utilizing Van Dijk's framework for discursive strategies, the analysis focuses on micro-level strategies such as actor description, comparison, consensus, evidentiality, national self-glorification, presupposition, and victimization. Findings reveal that while both spokespersons employed similar strategies to shape public perception, Daniel Hagari heavily utilized the comparison strategy to highlight the moral superiority of the IDF over Hamas. In contrast, Abu Obaida frequently used national self-glorification to bolster the morale of his audience and emphasize the righteousness of Hamas's cause. The study underscores the role of strategic discourse in conflict situations and calls for greater awareness and research into the linguistic tools used to propagate ideologies during war.

Source: International Journal of Religion

DOI: 10.61707/wmbab249

Authors: Noureddine Derki, Ahmad Tawalbeh, Rula Abu-Elrob, Drissi Otmane Abdlekader, Boubaker Mohrem

Institutions: Université Mustapha Stambouli de Mascara, Amman Arab University, Al-Zaytoonah University of Jordan, Université de Saida Dr Moulay Tahar, University of Biskra

Language: English

Topic: Cultural and political discourse analysis

Subfield: Linguistics and Language

Field: Social Sciences

Domain: Social Sciences

SDG: Peace, justice, and strong institutions

Open Access status: hybrid

OpenAlex ID: W4404186266

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