Drop Site News The Palestine Laboratory Podcast | Episode 2: How to Make Friends
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Oct 10, 2024 
Daniel Silberman, originally from Chile, reveals the traumatic impact of his family’s experiences during the Pinochet regime, discussing Israel's military support. Sasha Polakow-Suransky elaborates on Israel's secret alliances with apartheid South Africa and the historical implications of these ties. Together, they explore how Israeli arms dealings with oppressive regimes have evolved, tracing a troubling legacy that influences modern surveillance practices and military strategies globally. It's a deep dive into the dark corridors of power and complicity.
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Escape from Chile
- Daniel Silberman's family fled Chile due to political turmoil after the 1973 coup.
- His father, a supporter of Allende, was imprisoned, tortured, and later disappeared.
Israel's Hidden Role
- Declassified documents revealed Israel's support for Pinochet's regime through arms supplies and training.
- This contradicted Israel's public claims of merely assisting the Jewish community.
Seeking Accountability
- Daniel Silberman joined a lawsuit to uncover Israel's ties to the Chilean junta.
- The Israeli government initially denied any correspondence, then claimed a lack of manpower to review documents.