Breaking Points with Krystal and Saagar 5/6/25: Israel To 'Flatten' Gaza, Trump Movie Tariffs, Bill Maher Panics On AOC 2028 & MORE!
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May 6, 2025 
Jeremy Scahill, an investigative journalist known for his insights on national security, joins student activist Henry McKean Shapiro, who was arrested for protesting against Israel's actions in Gaza. They discuss the escalating violence in the region and the complexities of Palestinian resistance efforts. The conversation also delves into Trump's proposed movie tariffs and the implications for Hollywood. Additionally, they analyze the political dynamics within the Democratic Party, particularly regarding potential 2028 candidates like AOC and the criticism faced by politicians on their Gaza responses.
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Hamas' Clear Stance on Truce
- Hamas refuses short-term truces without a clear path to Israeli withdrawal and reconstruction of Gaza.
- They offer a 5-7 year truce with no offensive attacks but will never lay down their weapons.
Obligation to Armed Resistance
- Palestinians view laying down arms as surrender leading to massacres and loss of their cause.
- Armed resistance remains the most popular stance across historical Palestine against occupation.
Hamas' Bargaining Cards and Regional Tensions
- Hamas views Israeli captives as their only bargaining card in negotiations.
- Regional anger over Israeli attacks could trigger internal revolts in Arab countries.