BBC International Correspondent Lyse Doucet and colleague Anna Foster discuss the ongoing tensions in Israel and Lebanon, the role of women in the Israeli military, and the crisis in the Middle East. They also explore the verification and discussion of the recent Gaza hospital strike.
The hospital strike in Gaza City intensifies tensions and adds to the rising death toll, exacerbating concerns about a wider regional conflict.
Protests erupt against both Israel and the Palestinian Authority's control among the younger generation, reflecting disillusionment and a loss of faith in leadership.
Deep dives
Reports of deadly airstrike on hospital in Gaza City
Day 11 of the conflict, a hospital in Gaza City, the Ali al-Aradhi hospital, is struck by an airstrike, resulting in an alarming number of casualties. There are conflicting reports about who is responsible, with Palestinian officials blaming an Israeli airstrike while the Israeli Defense Forces claim they are investigating. The United Nations condemns the attack and expresses outrage over the loss of civilian lives. This incident adds to the rising death toll and exacerbates tensions in the region.
Growing anger and protests in the Palestinian territories
Anger and protests erupt in the West Bank, including Ramallah, against Israel and the Palestinian president, Mahmoud Abbas. The frustration among Palestinians is directed not only at the Israeli attacks but also at their own leadership. The younger generation, who have not had a chance to vote for their leaders, feels disillusioned and has increasingly lost faith in the Palestinian Authority's control over certain areas of the West Bank. These protests and the boiling anger heighten concerns about a wider regional conflict.
Tensions on the Northern border and the potential involvement of Hezbollah
Tensions rise on the border between Israel and Lebanon, with growing concerns about potential involvement from Hezbollah, an Iranian-backed militant group and ally of Hamas. The close relationship between Hezbollah and Hamas makes the northern border a possible flashpoint for further escalation. The situation along the border is carefully monitored by Israeli observers, mainly female soldiers, who play a crucial role in maintaining security. President Joe Biden's upcoming visit to the region adds to the urgency of resolving the conflict and preventing a larger regional crisis.
A huge blast at a hospital in Gaza City is reported to have killed hundreds.
In this emergency episode recorded at 10pm tonight in Israel, host of The Conflict podcast, BBC International Correspondent Lyse Doucet, and her colleague Anna Foster, grapple with the breaking news and the claims and counter claims as protests break out across the region.
This episode was made by Clare Williamson and Joe Kent in London and Alex Lederman and Naomi Scherbel-Ball in Israel. The technical producer was Mike Regaard. The senior news editors are Jonathan Aspinwall and Sam Bonham.
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