The Lawfare Podcast Lawfare Daily: Digging Deep on the State of the Israeli-Palestinian Conflict with Joel Braunold
Sep 17, 2024
Joel Braunold, Managing Director of the S. Daniel Abraham Center for Middle East Peace, discusses the volatile state of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. He delves into Prime Minister Netanyahu's coalition challenges and intricate political maneuverings shaping current events. The conversation highlights escalating tensions in Gaza and the West Bank, while exploring Israel's external relations with Iran and the U.S. Braunold emphasizes the humanitarian crisis and the complexities of achieving peace amid ongoing geopolitical pressures.
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Israeli Political Turmoil Post-October 7
- Israeli political instability worsened after October 7 due to extreme security failures and fractured accountability.
- Netanyahu clings to power amid deep coalition tensions and public discontent over governance and hostage issues.
Temple Mount Flashpoint Danger
- The Temple Mount remains a volatile flashpoint with rising provocations.
- Actions by Israeli politicians and religious groups escalate tensions, risking deadly regional consequences.
West Bank Violence and Political Agenda
- West Bank violence and settler actions have surged, targeting Palestinian authority's control.
- Israeli government factions exploit chaos to undermine the Palestinian statehood prospects.