Why Israel's Response to Hamas Was Justified | Natasha Hausdorff
Jan 21, 2024
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Natasha Hausdorff, Expert on Israel and the Middle East, discusses Israel's justified response to Hamas. They explore factors contributing to terrorist attacks, South Africa's unfounded accusations of genocide, the disproportionate focus on Israel, misrepresentation of Israel's control of Gaza Strip, and the future of Gaza Strip governance and security.
Israel's response to Hamas was justified based on their right to self-defense and adherence to international law.
South Africa's case against Israel at the International Court of Justice is seen as an abuse of legal processes and a political agenda rather than a genuine pursuit of justice.
Deep dives
The 7th of October Attack and Hamas's Planned Atrocities
The podcast episode discusses the attack carried out by Hamas on October 7th, which was planned for at least two years. The attack involved firing rockets and mass infiltrations through the border. The speaker emphasizes that the nature of the atrocities committed by Hamas and other Palestinian terrorist organizations, including the targeting of civilians and atrocities taught through education, were not surprising based on their stated agendas. The Palestinians educated in the UN-run school system were found to be responsible for the terror atrocities.
Israel's Right to Self-Defense and Adherence to International Law
The podcast explores Israel's right to self-defense and its adherence to international law. Israel's self-defense is recognized as an inherent right, as stated in Article 51 of the UN Charter. The speaker highlights the three key principles of international humanitarian law governing a state's behavior in armed conflict: military necessity, distinction between combatants and civilians, and proportionality. Israel is described as going above and beyond these requirements, taking extra precautions to minimize civilian casualties and adhering to legal and ethical standards.
Addressing False Denials and Misunderstandings of Atrocities
The podcast discusses how to respond to false denials and incorrect understandings regarding the atrocities committed during the conflict. The speaker highlights the overwhelming evidence of Hamas's crimes, including footage circulated by Hamas themselves and testimonials from survivors, witnesses, and Israeli authorities. It is emphasized that engaging with individuals who deny or minimize the atrocities without considering the available evidence may not be productive.
South Africa's Misleading Case at the International Court of Justice
The podcast addresses South Africa's case against Israel at the International Court of Justice (ICJ). The speaker views the case as an abuse of international legal processes and an attempt to promote a political agenda rather than a genuine pursuit of justice. The speaker points out the false allegations made by South Africa, its misleading representation of Israeli intentions, and its focus on Israel instead of addressing real violations of international law and human rights abuses in other parts of the world.
What is a proportional response to a terrorist attack? What does genocide involve? And is South Africa's case at the International Court of Justice justified?
Presenters: Mark Oppenheimer and Jason Werbeloff
Editor and Producer: Jimmy Mullen and Porter Kaufman
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