

Israel Is Banking on U.S. Support for a Wider War Against the Axis of Resistance
Jan 10, 2024
"Intercepted" hosts Amal Saad and Karim Makdisi discuss Israel's war on Gaza and the potential for a wider conflict. They explore Israel's military operations in Lebanon, Hezbollah's role in the resistance axis, and Iran's relationships with Hamas and Hezbollah. They also analyze the US-Israel relationship, Biden's stance on the wars in Palestine and Lebanon, and the implications of a broader war involving the US and Iran. The hosts critique Israel's disregard for international law and the dire situation in Gaza. The conversation highlights concerns about Israeli incentives to provoke Hezbollah and escalate the conflict.
Chapters
Transcript
Episode notes
1 2 3 4 5 6 7
Introduction
00:00 • 3min
Israel's Security Challenges and the Prospect of U.S. Involvement in the Conflict
03:20 • 2min
US-Israel Relationship and Gaza Crisis
05:18 • 24min
Hezbollah's Offensive Defense Strategy and Confidence in its Military Abilities
29:18 • 5min
Israel's Push for US Involvement in a Broader War
34:27 • 23min
Israeli Defense Minister's Threat and the Dahiya Doctrine
57:54 • 3min
Joe Biden's Relationship with Israel
01:01:01 • 10min