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'If You Can Keep It': The War In Gaza, One Year Later
Oct 7, 2024
Barack Ravid, a political reporter at Axios, Nancy Youssef, a national security correspondent at the Wall Street Journal, and Joyce Karam, senior news editor at Al-Monitor, delve into the humanitarian crisis in Gaza one year after the Hamas-led attacks. They discuss the implications of U.S. financial aid to Israel amid rising tensions, the escalating conflict with Iran, and how these events may shape the upcoming U.S. elections. The trio examines the challenges of brokering peace and the evolving role of U.S. foreign policy in the Middle East.
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- The October 7th attacks by Hamas prompted a fierce Israeli military response, resulting in unprecedented casualties and a worsening humanitarian crisis in Gaza.
- The upcoming U.S. elections may reshape foreign policy regarding the Middle East, reflecting a shift in public sentiment towards more balanced approaches to the conflict.
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Consequences of the October 7th Attacks
The October 7th attacks by Hamas resulted in significant loss of life and led to an intense military response from Israel, resulting in a high number of casualties in Gaza. The aftermath has exacerbated the already dire humanitarian crisis in the region, with casualties reported to be among the highest in years for both Palestinians and Israelis. The conflict has driven home the fear that the violence sparked by these attacks may lead to a broader regional war, drawing in groups like Hezbollah and potentially Iran. This has created an atmosphere of uncertainty, making it increasingly difficult to achieve any form of diplomatic resolution to the ongoing crisis.
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