

"CLEARLY An Ethnic Cleansing!" Norman Finkelstein vs Benny Morris on Gaza
May 27, 2025
Norman Finkelstein, a political scientist known for his critical stance on Israeli policies, debates with Benny Morris, an Israeli historian renowned for his research on the 1948 Palestinian exodus. They tackle the contentious issue of ethnic cleansing in Gaza, addressing accusations and moral responsibilities surrounding the conflict. Mosab Nasser, CEO of FAJR Global, shares his harrowing personal experience of loss, emphasizing the humanitarian crisis. The conversation challenges mainstream narratives and confronts the dire implications for civilians living amidst the ongoing violence.
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Personal Loss in Gaza
- Mossab Nasser lost 74 family members to the conflict in Gaza, including his mother and nephew.
- His nephew was killed by an Israeli airstrike while searching for food for his family.
Ethnic Cleansing, Not Just War
- The conflict in Gaza has shifted from a fight against Hamas to an ethnic cleansing.
- Targeting civilians and infrastructure undermines claims of a purely anti-terrorist operation.
Rising Genocide Claims
- The escalating violence in Gaza increasingly meets criteria for genocide.
- Rhetoric and actions suggest a strategic plan to displace or destroy the Palestinian population.