Is Humanitarian Aid Getting Into Gaza?; Searching for the Origins of James Bond
Jun 17, 2024
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Exploring the challenges of delivering aid in Gaza amid conflict and the historical search for James Bond's origins beneath London's streets. From the transformation of a historic London building to a secretive spy bar at Raffles Hotel, dive into espionage stories and the intergenerational impact on a Korean American family.
Humanitarian aid to Gaza hindered by security risks and transit challenges.
London's Old War Office holds historical spy craft secrets inspiring James Bond.
Deep dives
Challenges in Delivering Humanitarian Aid to Gaza
Getting food and other humanitarian aid into Gaza is hindered by multiple challenges, including Israel's ground offensive against Hamas and Egypt's refusal to allow aid through its border. The US has also faced difficulties with stormy weather disrupting aid shipments by sea. Aid is now funneled through the Israeli crossing at Karim Shalom, but the active combat zone poses safety risks for aid workers, contributing to a significant drop in aid reaching Gaza. Despite Israel announcing pauses in fighting to facilitate aid distribution, the decision faced criticism domestically, reflecting the complex dynamics surrounding humanitarian efforts in the region.
Exploring the Origins of James Bond in London
Delving beneath the streets of London to the Old War Office reveals the historical context of espionage and intelligence operations during World Wars I and II. The building, once the headquarters of the British Army and MI5/MI6, housed pivotal military planning and intelligence activities. The basement vault, now transformed into a speakeasy, holds secrets of past spy craft and the inspiration for Ian Fleming's James Bond. The location's mysterious tunnels and rooms numbered 006 and 007 add to the intrigue, offering a glimpse into the covert world of spy novels and real-life espionage.
Israel has announced a daily pause in fighting in an effort to allow more food and other humanitarian aid into Gaza. But some are criticizing the move. We go to the border crossing.
And in London, our correspondent descends beneath the streets in search of the inspiration behind the world's most famous secret agent.