Antiwar News With Dave DeCamp 12/5/24: Amnesty Concludes Israel Is Committing Genocide, Blinken Wants Younger Ukrainians To Fight, and More
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Dec 5, 2024 A recent report from Amnesty International accuses Israel of committing genocide against Palestinians, drawing attention to escalating violence and civilian casualties. Amid ongoing conflict, Secretary of State Blinken suggests younger Ukrainians should be sent to fight, highlighting shifting U.S. military strategies. The podcast also covers rising tensions in the Baltic Sea involving NATO and Russia, as well as violent incidents in Huwara linked to settler aggression. Finally, political turmoil in South Korea faces challenges, including an impeachment motion against the president.
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Amnesty International's Genocide Conclusion
- Amnesty International concludes that Israel is committing genocide against Palestinians in Gaza.
- This genocide is enabled by US funding and arms supply.
Attacks on Al-Mawasi Safe Zone
- Israeli strikes on the Al-Mawasi "safe zone" in Southern Gaza killed at least 20 Palestinians, including children.
- The Israeli military has repeatedly attacked this designated safe zone despite knowing it houses only civilians.
Blinken on Ukraine
- Antony Blinken stated that Ukraine needs to send younger people to fight, advocating for lowering the conscription age.
- This push comes despite a majority of Ukrainians desiring peace talks with Russia.