INTERVIEW: Netanyahu's Senior Advisor Talks Israel War
Oct 17, 2023
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Netanyahu's Senior Advisor Mark Regev discusses Israeli objectives in the conflict with Hamas, controversy over moving civilians to the south, humanitarian aid plans for Gaza, wider implications of the conflict, and efforts to protect Palestinian civilians.
Israel aims to destroy Hamas's military capabilities and dismantle its political structure in Gaza while minimizing civilian casualties.
Israel appreciates the support and solidarity from the US and European allies, but faces challenges in ensuring aid reaches civilians and not Hamas.
Deep dives
Israeli goals in the conflict
Israel aims to destroy Hamas's military capabilities and dismantle its political structure in Gaza, while making efforts to minimize civilian casualties. They have asked civilians to evacuate certain areas to avoid harm and are targeting specific Hamas facilities while making every effort to avoid collateral damage.
International support and aid for Gaza
Israel appreciates the support and solidarity it has received from the US and European allies. They are working with foreign governments to facilitate the exit of civilians from Gaza and coordinate humanitarian aid. However, Hamas's actions and the concern of aid falling into their hands present challenges in ensuring that aid reaches the civilian population.
Israel's determination and the aftermath
Israel is determined to win decisively and change the political realities in Gaza after the October 7th attack by Hamas. They emphasize the need to protect Israeli citizens and eliminate the threat posed by Hamas. While acknowledging the unfortunate reality of civilian casualties in war, Israel aims to act within the framework of international law and minimize harm to civilians. Their long-term goal is to destroy Hamas's military capabilities and political structure, leading to a different reality in Gaza.
US President Joe Biden is set to travel to Israel on Wednesday in a show of solidarity for the US ally after deadly attacks by militant group Hamas. He's expected to meet Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu ahead of a likely Israeli ground offensive on Gaza. Caroline Hepker and Anna Edwards spoke to Netanyahu's Senior Advisor Mark Regev for a wide ranging conversation on events in Israel, Gaza and the Wider Middle East.