Antiwar News With Dave DeCamp 8/25/25: Smotrich: Palestinians Who Stay in Gaza City Can 'Die of Hunger,' Israel Bombs Yemen, and More
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Aug 25, 2025 The podcast dives into the dire humanitarian crisis in Gaza, highlighting the alarming plight of children facing starvation amid escalating violence. It critiques the international community's response and explores the destructive impact of military strategies, including Israeli airstrikes in Yemen. The discussion also emphasizes the cultural significance of olive tree destruction for Palestinian identity and the broader geopolitical tensions involving the U.S. and Iran, offering a deep look into the complexities of modern conflict.
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Starvation Used As A Deliberate Tactic
- Bezalel Smotrich explicitly advocated starving Palestinians who remain in Gaza City after evacuation orders.
- Dave DeCamp highlights this as evidence Israel is using starvation as a weapon with U.S. backing.
Famine Confirmed In Gaza Governorate
- Gaza hospitals recorded 18 malnutrition deaths over three days amid the siege and blockade.
- The IPC confirmed famine in Gaza governorate and warned it will spread without an immediate ceasefire and open aid.
Clinic Tours Show Starvation Reality
- Virtual tours of Gaza clinics by Haaretz and visiting doctors document severe malnutrition and collapsing health care.
- DeCamp cites investigators who found most deteriorating children had no pre-existing conditions, underlining siege effects.