Covering the latest developments in the Gaza-Israel war, the podcast discusses Israel's brutality towards Palestinians, its failure to achieve objectives, and the potential for expanding the theater to Lebanon. The US blocking of a UN resolution for a ceasefire and provision of aid is criticized, along with the Israeli bombing campaign. The resistance in Shijaye and Israel's selective application of UN resolutions are also examined. The podcast analyzes Joe Biden's lack of empathy and explores the language used to refer to a revamped Palestinian Authority. Israel's control of Gaza and the West Bank is discussed, as well as the historical context of its establishment.
The United States is complicit in Israel's genocidal assault on Gaza, providing direct support and blocking efforts to stop the violence.
Israel's use of false narratives and propaganda to justify its assault on Gaza must be recognized and countered by the international community.
Israel's military objectives in Gaza have not been met, increasing the potential for escalation and a wider war, possibly involving Lebanon and Hezbollah.
Deep dives
Israel's Brutal Assault on Gaza
Israel is carrying out a genocidal assault on Gaza, with the United States providing direct support and diplomatic cover. This assault is resulting in a high civilian death toll, including children and medical professionals. Israel is using indiscriminate bombing tactics, including the use of dumb bombs and bunker buster bombs, causing massive destruction and loss of life. The US administration, despite preaching diversity and inclusion, is directly involved in this genocide and is blocking efforts to stop the violence. Israel is also targeting hospitals and medical facilities, deliberately attacking infrastructure critical for functioning society. The US has turned a blind eye to Israel's violations of human rights laws and continues to provide weapons without conducting proper assessments. The international community is failing to effectively address this catastrophic situation, and the mainstream media's coverage and complicity in Israeli propaganda contribute to the ongoing atrocities.
Israeli Lies and Propaganda
Israel has been spreading lies and propaganda to justify its brutal assault on Gaza. Claims of Hamas using hospitals as command centers have been debunked, and evidence shows that Israel is deliberately targeting medical facilities and infrastructure. Israeli officials and media outlets have been complicit in spreading false narratives to dehumanize and legitimize the killing of Palestinian civilians. The international community must be aware of these tactics and not fall for the Israeli propaganda that seeks to justify their actions.
The Fear and Masculinity Factor
Israel's assault on Gaza is driven by a desire to restore fear among its enemies and maintain a sense of masculinity. The loss of deterrence on October 7th, when Hamas launched attacks on Israeli military bases and communities, humiliated Israel and shattered the aura of power. To regain that power, Israel is using brutal force, indiscriminate bombing, and harming civilians to reestablish fear. Israeli leaders and media outlets are projecting a sense of victory and military prowess to restore a perception of strength, even at the cost of countless Palestinian lives.
Potential for Escalation and Wider War
Israel's failure to meet its military objectives in Gaza poses a potential for escalation and a wider war. The inability to defeat Hamas and secure the release of Israeli captives may push Israel to escalate tensions with Hezbollah in Lebanon. This could ignite regional conflict and draw in forces from various countries, leading to further devastation and loss of life. Israel's insistence on a UN resolution in Lebanon while ignoring its own violations of UN resolutions reveals its selective application of international laws and norms.
US and UK Support in Yemen Crisis
The podcast episode discusses the significant support provided by the US and UK to Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates in the war in Yemen. This support includes providing weapons and logistics, leading to a severe humanitarian crisis in Yemen. The assault and starvation siege in the port of Hodeidah caused hundreds of thousands of casualties. Despite the devastating impact, the US government continues to back Saudi Arabia, even forming a coalition to escort shipping. However, this coalition consists mainly of European countries, who offer little assistance. No Arab countries, except Bahrain, which serves as a parking lot for the US Navy, are part of this coalition.
US Policy Towards Palestinians
The podcast highlights the US government's biased policy and lack of concern for the Palestinian people. The speaker criticizes President Biden's dismissive attitude towards the escalating violence in Gaza and his failure to support a ceasefire. The US government consistently prioritizes Israel's interests over Palestinian lives and dismisses any calls for Palestinian independence or resistance. The podcast also points out the US's role in preventing the rise of popular Palestinian figures who could challenge Israel's dominance. The discussion sheds light on the racist and supremacist mindset that underpins US policies towards the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
Max Blumenthal and Aaron Mate will cover the latest developments from the Gaza-Israel war as Israel's military tallies historical records with its brutality towards Palestinians and kills more of its own civilians while failing to achieve it owns stated objectives. Will Israel's refusal to negotiate an end to the war lead it to a point of no return, where it must expand the theater to Lebanon? And will a coming regional war soon engulf Yemen as well?