A three-part series about the realities facing the Jewish nation.
A generation after the dream of Zionism was fulfilled, Israel is deeply divided on many levels.
There are tensions between European and oriental Jews; between the powerful religious groups and those who resent their influence over daily life. Above all, there is the central division between Jews and Palestinian Arabs which threatens the very existence of the state. There is no sign that any of these issues will be resolved.
As a crucial election approaches at the end of this month, Martin Young explores the conflicts at the heart of Israeli society.