Economist Podcasts Bibi’s got backup: Israel’s right-wing government
Jan 6, 2023
Azania Patel, an Africa correspondent for The Economist, joins to discuss the alarming realities of witchcraft accusations in Africa, revealing the dark motives behind these tragic events. The conversation also shifts to Israel's new right-wing government, exploring how it may not hinder burgeoning relations with Arab nations despite rising tensions. Additionally, Patel reflects on the complexities of societal struggles intertwined with these accusations, while also briefly touching on the thriving craft beer scene in America, highlighting its rapid evolution and growing sophistication.
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Ben-Gvir's Provocative Visit
- Days after taking office, Israel's National Security Minister, Itamar Ben-Gvir, visited the Temple Mount.
- This visit, to a volatile holy site, was seen as highly provocative.
Muted Arab Response
- Arab governments reacted with less outrage than expected to Ben-Gvir's visit.
- This suggests a shift in their approach to the Palestinian cause, possibly due to the Abraham Accords.
Israel's Right-Wing Government
- Israel's new government is its most right-wing ever, including controversial figures.
- Ministers like Ben-Gvir and Smotrich hold extreme views and have been convicted of inciting racism.