October 7, 2024: The Israel-Hamas war hits the one year mark
Oct 7, 2024
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Robbie Gramer, POLITICO's national security reporter, dives into the one-year mark of the Israel-Hamas war. He discusses the staggering death tolls on both sides, with over 40,000 Palestinian lives lost. The dialogue also highlights the humanitarian crises in Gaza and Lebanon, and the complexities of ceasefire negotiations amidst ongoing violence. Gramer reveals how this conflict has strained U.S.-Israel relations, particularly under Prime Minister Netanyahu's leadership, painting a vivid picture of the war's far-reaching implications.
The one-year mark of the Israel-Hamas war has led to a significant humanitarian crisis, with over 40,000 Palestinian deaths and widespread displacement.
U.S.-Israel relations have been strained amidst the conflict, complicating the implications for U.S. foreign relations under Prime Minister Netanyahu's leadership.
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It’s been one year since Hamas’ attack in Israel that killed 1,200 people. Since then, Israel's ensuing war has resulted in over 40,000 Palestinian deaths and now, has extended into Lebanon. The conflict has strained U.S.-Israel relations, particularly with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. National security reporter Robbie Gramer joins Playbook co-author Eugene Daniels to discuss the implications for U.S. foreign relations amid the ongoing war.
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