Amanpour Who Will Lead Gaza?
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Oct 17, 2025 Arab Barghouti, son of imprisoned Palestinian leader Marwan Barghouti, discusses his father's treatment in Israeli prisons and the implications for Palestinian leadership. Performance artist Marina Abramović shares insights on her boundary-pushing art and the impact of political correctness on creativity. Actor Colin Hanks reveals behind-the-scenes stories of his documentary on John Candy, exploring Candy's legacy, compassion, and the influence of childhood trauma on his comedic style. Together, these conversations explore art, politics, and personal stories that shape our understanding of resilience.
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Barghouti's Enduring Popularity
- Marwan Barghouti remains the most popular Palestinian leader despite 22 years in Israeli prisons.
- His popularity stems from perceived unity-building, progressive vision, and credibility across factions.
Accounts Of Prison Beating
- Arab Barghouti recounts detainees saying his father was beaten unconscious during a prison transfer.
- They described him arriving at Majiddo unconscious, bleeding, bruised and needing hours to regain consciousness.
Political Motive Behind Detention
- Israel's refusal to release Barghouti appears political because many more dangerous detainees have been freed.
- Arab argues Barghouti is held to prevent a unifying Palestinian political leader from emerging.
