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What was the Biggest Story of 2023? With James Harding, Robert Peston and The News Meeting
Dec 22, 2023
Join Robert Peston, ITV’s political editor and co-author of 'Bust?', alongside Tortoise’s Kat Nealon and Jess Winch as they dissect 2023's most pivotal stories. Delve into the aftermath and implications of the Israel-Hamas conflict and the challenges faced by Rishi Sunak’s Conservative Party. They also explore the transformative yet risky landscape of AI, emphasizing its impact on employment and misinformation. The team wraps up with a discussion on defining moments of the year, ultimately singling out October 7 as the most significant event.
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- The impact of the Israel mass war in 2023 had far-reaching consequences, fueling anti-Semitism and anti-Muslim sentiments globally, and raising concerns about future international events and crises.
- The Conservative Party's internal struggles and fragmentation, along with declining popularity and various leadership contenders, raise questions about its ability to govern effectively and its impact on British politics.
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The Biggest Story of 2023: Before and After October 7th
The story of the year is the impact of the Israel mass war that began on October 7th. It took everyone by surprise as the year had been expected to be a period of de-escalation in the Middle East. The scale of the conflict was immense, resulting in devastating loss of life, property, and infrastructure. The impact of the war extended beyond the immediate region, affecting global politics, relations, and conflicts. It fueled increased incidents of anti-Semitism and anti-Muslim sentiments around the world. Additionally, the ramifications of this conflict on other international issues, such as Ukraine and China, raise concerns and uncertainties about future events and crises.
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