The Ethical Dilemma of Hostage Exchanges in Middle Eastern Conflict

This is The Briefing, a daily analysis of news and events from a Christian worldview.

Part I (00:13 - 09:33)
Asymmetric Warfare and Morality in Gaza: Hamas is Gaining Power Under Cover of the Cease-Fire

• After 15 months of war, Hamas still rules over what remains of Gaza by The Associated Press (Samy Magdy and Joseph Krauss)

Part II (09:33 - 13:44)
There’s a New U. S. Secretary of State: Marco Rubio Takes the Helm in Vital Position Within the Federal Government and the Trump Administration

• Marco Rubio Is Confirmed by Senate as Secretary of State by The New York Times (Michael Crowley)

Part III (13:44 - 21:20)
When Pardons Subvert the Rule of Law: The Major Issues Behind Biden’s Familial Pardons and Trump’s Blanket Pardon over January 6

Part IV (21:20 - 25:25)
Davos 2025 and the Hypocrisy of the Global Elites: Carbon Emissions Aren’t the Only Thing Being Swept Under the Rug at the World Economic Forum




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