Breaking Points with Krystal and Saagar 12/12/23: Israel Hides Massive Casualties, Hamas Combat Footage, Israel Uses White Phosphorus, Zelensky Begs For Aid, Scotus May Save Trump, Shocking Housing Numbers, Deadly Panera Lemonade, US Gaslighting On Israel
Dec 12, 2023
Lee Fang, an independent journalist investigating the pro-Israel information war, joins the discussion. They unpack Israel's casualty concealment in Gaza and the controversial use of white phosphorus. Fang sheds light on the fierce battle for public opinion surrounding the Israel-Palestine conflict, revealing how pro-Israel narratives manipulate the media landscape. They also analyze Zelensky's desperate appeals for aid amidst stalled support in the U.S. and explore the sharp shift in young American voters' attitudes toward Israel, prompting broader implications for U.S. foreign policy.
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Hamas Propaganda Videos
- Hamas propaganda videos show militants targeting Israeli tanks and soldiers.
- This highlights the brutality of urban combat, even for well-equipped militaries.
Israel's Failing Strategy
- Israel's military actions resemble early U.S. strategy in Vietnam, prioritizing air power and infrastructure destruction.
- Like the Tet Offensive, Hamas aims for psychological exhaustion, not just physical attrition.
Is Israel Losing?
- Israel's unclear objectives in Gaza make it difficult to assess their success, with some analysts suggesting they are losing.
- The massive civilian carnage, while horrific, advances Hamas' political goals.