Breaking Points with Krystal and Saagar 12/9/24: Jeremy Scahill On Fall Of Assad In Syria, CEO Killer Backpack Found With Monopoly Money, Bill Burr Goes Off On CEO, Bird Flu Scare
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Dec 9, 2024 In this conversation, investigative journalist Jeremy Scahill shares his insights on the dramatic fall of Assad in Syria, exploring its implications for the region and the chaotic power vacuum left behind. He discusses the disturbing shift in leadership and the potential risks of renewed conflict. The talk also dives into the bizarre discovery of a CEO killer backpack filled with Monopoly money, and comedian Bill Burr’s fiery rant against corporate greed. Lastly, they touch upon the alarming spread of bird flu in dairy herds, raising concerns about public health in the wake of recent pandemics.
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Fall of Damascus
- Stunning scenes emerged as Damascus fell to rebels, including the destruction of Assad statues and the liberation of political prisoners.
- Some prisoners were reportedly unaware of smartphones, highlighting their long confinement.
Israel's Role in Syria
- Israel's actions in the Middle East played a role in the Syrian conflict, and Netanyahu is now exploiting the situation to expand Israeli territory.
- The Syrian conflict is multifaceted, involving various foreign actors and Syrian forces.
Complexities of Syrian Conflict
- While Syrians celebrate Assad's removal, the new controlling forces, HTS, also have a history of brutality.
- The US has been involved in the Syrian conflict, spending significant resources on training rebel forces.