Making Sense with Sam Harris #422 — Zionism & Jihadism
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Jun 19, 2025 
Haviv Rettig Gur, a journalist and history teacher, shares his insights on the complexities of Israeli affairs and the conflict with Iran. They discuss Israel's military capabilities and innovative strategies, like the Iron Dome, in the face of regional threats. The conversation also touches on the rise of antisemitism, the historical roots of Zionism, and the sociopolitical dynamics of Iran. Gur sheds light on the challenges of public perception during the Gaza war and the impact of Israeli settlements on the ongoing conflict.
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Israel's Missile Strategy vs Iran
- Israel has neutralized Iran's missile launcher bottleneck, diminishing the missile threat despite thousands of missiles.
- Israeli technological innovations in military strikes show unprecedented advancement and precision.
Iranian Regime's Betrayal and Discontent
- The Iranian regime betrayed the original 1979 revolution's promise by violently suppressing diverse social groups.
- About 90% of Iranians desire regime change due to economic suffering and political repression.
Israel's Lost Information War
- Israel suffers from a cultural inability to explain itself in the information war, damaging global Jewish perception.
- Israeli public diplomacy institutions often fail or shut down due to this cultural reluctance.