Full Description
This book delves into a previously unexplored realm within criminological scholarship: Israeli organized crime. Breaking the silence that has shrouded this topic, this book undertakes a comprehensive examination of the intricate socio-economic and cultural landscapes that have shaped the criminal operations of a diverse array of Jewish and non-Jewish criminal entities, spanning from the inception of the Israeli state to the present day in 2024.
Drawing upon meticulous ethnographic fieldwork conducted in Israel between 2020 and 2024, alongside rigorous media analysis, interviews conducted both domestically and internationally, and a wealth of visual material captured by the author during fieldwork, this study offers unparalleled insights into the dynamics of Israel's underworld. It examines the multifaceted activities of various criminal organizations, including but not limited to drug and human trafficking, protection rackets, gambling enterprises, and contract killings.
Moreover, this book critically examines the responses of authorities and law enforcement agencies to the escalating influence of organized crime amidst the backdrop of major socio-political upheavals in Israel, ranging from wars and waves of immigration to terrorist attacks. By contextualizing these criminal phenomena within broader historical and contemporary narratives, this work not only fills a significant gap in scholarly discourse but also provides a nuanced understanding of the intersections between crime, society, and governance in the Israeli context.
Contents
Preface and acknowledgements.- Introduction.- Chapter 1. The Genesis of Israeli organized crime in Israel.- Chapter 2. A paradise for criminals from all around the world.- Chapter 3. Heyday of Jewish organized crime.- Chapter 4. Arab criminal clans in the center and north of Israel.- Chapter 5. The 'Wild South' - Bedouins and organized crime in the Negev.- Chapter 6. War and peace in the Israeli underworld.- Chapter 7. Kosher Mafia on three continents.- Chapter 8. Coda.
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