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Background Briefing with Ian Masters

April 28, 2024 - Lara Friedman | Leah Litman | Allan Lichtman

Apr 28, 2024
Experts Lara Friedman, Leah Litman, and Allan Lichtman discuss the impact of legislation targeting nonprofits supporting Palestinian causes, the Supreme Court's handling of Trump's immunity claim, and Lichtman's accurate predictions of presidential elections. Insights into Israeli foreign policy, challenges of NGO legislation, and accountability double standards are also covered.
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Quick takeaways

  • International pressure leveraged in Gaza negotiations raises concerns for civilian impact.
  • Supreme Court's avoidance of addressing Trump's indictment details indicates reluctance to address charges.

Deep dives

Netanyahu's Intention to Escalate the War in Gaza

Netanyahu's plan to intensify the conflict in Gaza by invading and turning it into a refugee camp raises concerns about the impact on civilians amid the destruction of their homes. International pressure is being used as leverage in negotiations with Hamas, but the potential escalation indicates a dire situation.

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