Useful Idiots with Katie Halper and Aaron Maté

The REAL Hezbollah – With Lebanese Journalist Ghadi Francis

Aug 16, 2024
Ghadi Francis, a Lebanese journalist renowned for his insights on Hezbollah, shares a compelling perspective on the complexities of Middle Eastern politics. He discusses Hezbollah's evolution as a resistance movement and its deep roots in Lebanese history. The conversation also tackles U.S. media biases regarding the Israeli-Palestinian conflict and emphasizes the importance of understanding Hezbollah's unique ideology. Francis encourages engagement with independent media for a more nuanced understanding of civilian impacts in regional conflicts.
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ANECDOTE

Mistaken Identity

  • Aaron Maté recounts being mistaken for Michael Barbaro, host of The New York Times podcast The Daily.
  • Maté expresses offense, highlighting their political differences regarding Israel and Hamas.
INSIGHT

Blinken's Contradictory Actions

  • Anthony Blinken commemorated the Geneva Conventions anniversary.
  • He then approved $20 billion in arms sales to Israel, a frequent violator of those conventions.
INSIGHT

NYT's Framing of Israeli Atrocities

  • The New York Times frames Israeli riots supporting soldiers' right to rape as a "battle for Israel's soul".
  • Maté criticizes this framing, arguing it dehumanizes Palestinian victims.
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