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The Lawfare Podcast

Lawfare Daily: Benjamin Wittes on Israel, Gaza, and Implications for U.S. Foreign and Domestic Policy

May 6, 2024
Lawfare Editor-in-Chief Benjamin Wittes discusses Israel-Gaza war, U.S. foreign policy implications, conflicting objectives, moral context, U.S.-Israeli relations, potential impact on U.S. elections, and the complexities of war strategy, accountability, military tactics, and moral dilemmas in the conflict.
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  • Israel faces moral dilemmas balancing self-defense with civilian casualties in Gaza conflict.
  • Israeli Defense Forces' 'most moral army' claim questioned due to changing norms amidst Gaza conflict.

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The complex moral responsibility in the Israel-Gaza conflict

The conflict between Israel and Gaza raises profound moral dilemmas. A discussion at Brown University delves into the intricate issues faced by Israel, such as how to balance self-defense with minimizing civilian casualties in a densely populated area. The podcast examines the multifaceted moral challenges surrounding the conflict and the implications for accountability.

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