Judging Freedom Prof. Jeffrey Sachs: Netanyahu Now Afraid to Fly.
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Jan 14, 2025 
Professor Jeffrey Sachs, a renowned expert in sustainable development and international affairs, discusses the shifting landscape of U.S. foreign policy regarding Israel and Palestine. He critiques Netanyahu's political maneuvers and the rise of extremist elements that threaten stability. The conversation highlights urgent humanitarian concerns in Gaza amid genocide allegations. Sachs advocates for reevaluating military support and expresses cautious optimism for peace, emphasizing the necessity of a Palestinian state for future harmony.
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US Foreign Policy Sovereignty
- The United States should conduct its own foreign policy, independent of other nations.
- If a deal is reached, it demonstrates that the US has leverage and doesn't have to follow another country's agenda.
Netanyahu's Strategy
- Netanyahu's strategy since 1996 has been to prevent a Palestinian state, contrary to international law.
- He aimed to achieve this by persuading the US to overthrow opposing governments, rather than pursuing diplomatic solutions.
The Palestinian Question
- Trump's incoming administration will face pressure to acknowledge the Palestinian question for Middle East peace.
- Countries like Saudi Arabia insist on a Palestinian state for peace with Israel, contradicting prior assumptions.