Novara Media Downstream: Exposing the Israeli Capture of British Politics w/ Peter Oborne
Jan 5, 2026
Peter Oborne, a seasoned journalist and author of 'Complicit: Britain’s Role in the Destruction of Gaza,' delves into the troubling dynamics of UK support for Israel post-October 7th. He reveals how British media's narratives have been shaped and silenced critical voices, discussing the influence of neoconservatism on coverage. Oborne critiques the legal and ethical implications of UK complicity in Gaza's plight and explores international alternatives, including the role of South Africa. His insights challenge the mainstream perspective and highlight the escalating risk of wider conflict.
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Rooftop Decision In Nablus
- Peter Oborne decided to write Complicit while sitting on a rooftop in Nablus after October 7th and feeling a mission to document Britain's role.
- His background in British political journalism and prior film on the pro-Israel lobby shaped the book's focus and evidence gathering.
Media Enables Political Falsehoods
- Oborne argues political lying about Gaza spread because the press enabled politicians to emit falsehoods without challenge.
- He frames the media's failure as central to allowing a fabricated, dominant narrative to take hold in Britain.
Political Expediency Over Legal Judgment
- Oborne highlights the shock that Labour leaders immediately defended Israel, despite legal expertise on genocide among figures like Keir Starmer.
- He interprets their early blanket support as political calculation rather than legal judgment.
