The News Agents Will Israel annex the West Bank now Britain recognises Palestine?
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Sep 22, 2025 The recognition of Palestine by the UK has sparked outrage in Israel, with calls for annexation of the West Bank. The hosts explore Netanyahu's claims that this move rewards Hamas and the underlying geopolitical implications. They also ponder whether this signals Britain's impotence in influencing the region's tumultuous dynamics. Additionally, the podcast delves into a memorial for Charlie Kirk, highlighting the intersection of MAGA politics and Christian nationalism, revealing its potential impact on American political landscapes.
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Coordinated, Historic Recognition
- Keir Starmer's recognition of Palestine was coordinated with other Western governments and tied to UN General Assembly diplomacy.
- The move is historically significant because Britain played a central role in Palestine's modern history.
Recognition As Pressure, Not Reward
- The hosts argue recognition is a response to Israeli actions since October 7, not a reward to Hamas.
- They frame the recognition as Britain's attempt to pressure Israel over humanitarian failures in Gaza.
Desperation Behind Western Action
- Lewis Goodall calls the recognition 'a move of desperation' by Western governments frustrated with Netanyahu.
- He says it reflects exhaustion of global goodwill after Israel's conduct in Gaza.