Impolitic with John Heilemann Remnick & Miliband: Moral Crises & Killing Fields in Israel & Gaza
Aug 1, 2025
David Remnick, editor of The New Yorker and an expert on Israel, joins former British politician David Miliband, now leading the International Rescue Committee. They tackle the humanitarian disaster in Gaza, questioning Israel's military strategy and the moral implications faced by Israelis amid the conflict. Remnick discusses the prevailing national sentiment in Israel, while Miliband highlights the grave food emergency caused by a perceived starvation strategy. Together, they explore the urgent need for compassion and dialogue in this complex situation.
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Netanyahu Denies Gaza Starvation
- Netanyahu denies a policy of starvation in Gaza despite overwhelming evidence of severe food insecurity.
- Trump's public acknowledgment of starvation contrasts sharply with Netanyahu's stance, highlighting divided narratives internationally.
Euphoria Masks Gaza Devastation
- Israel experienced a national euphoria after the 12-day war with Iran, overshadowing Gaza's devastation.
- Netanyahu’s long-term obsession with crippling Iran’s nuclear program diverts attention from Gaza's humanitarian crisis.
Israeli Media Omits Gaza Suffering
- Israeli media largely obscures the suffering of Gazans from domestic audiences.
- Information in Israel is heavily filtered by political and social biases, contributing to public denial of Gaza's hardships.