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The Lila Rose Podcast

E61: Understanding the Israeli-Palestinian Conflict with Robert Nicholson

Oct 11, 2023
Robert Nicholson, President & Founder of The Philos Project, discusses the history of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, the origin of Hamas, the current situation, and the spiritual dimension of the conflict. They also address radical ideologies, media bias, and anti-Semitism.
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  • Hamas launched a surprise attack on Israel, funded by Iran, highlighting the complexity of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
  • Conflicting narratives surrounding the conflict range from viewing Israel as an innocent victim defending its existence to portraying it as an aggressor.

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Hamas Attack on Israel

Hamas launched a surprise attack on Israel, causing significant casualties and taking hostages. The attack was well-coordinated and funded by Iran. Hamas infiltrated Israeli towns and committed heinous acts, including killings and rapes. The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) faced an intelligence failure, allowing the attackers to go undetected. The situation is extremely complex, with Israel navigating the difficult task of responding to Hamas while minimizing civilian casualties.

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