Chapo Trap House 953 - The Hills Have Eyes feat. Jasper Nathaniel (7/21/25)
Jul 22, 2025
Jasper Nathaniel, a journalist specializing in the West Bank, joins to shed light on Israel's violent settler movement and blatant violations of international law. He discusses the grim reality faced by Palestinians under occupation and the alarming increase in settler aggression. The conversation also touches on the misuse of archaeology to bolster territorial claims and draw parallels between historical injustices and contemporary oppression. Additionally, there's a humorous take on a dull presentation that fails to enrich the narrative surrounding land disputes.
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Smotrich's West Bank Takeover
- Smotrich embedded himself in Israel's defense ministry to control West Bank governance.
- This removed military checks on settlers, enabling unchecked violence and settlement expansion.
West Bank's Religious Significance
- Gaza is less significant to settlers than the West Bank, which they call Judea and Samaria.
- The West Bank holds religious and historical importance motivating settler zealotry and annexation.
Settler Violence Backed by Military
- Settlers frequently terrorize Palestinian villages with military backing, using coordinated attacks and strategic fencing.
- This method effectively fences Palestinians in and exposes them to violence, pushing them off their land slowly.
