2496 - Trump Cashes In On US-Middle East 'Diplomacy' w/ Jeremy Scahill

May 13, 2025

In this conversation, investigative reporter Jeremy Scahill sheds light on Trump's shifting diplomacy with the Middle East, including his recent interviews with leaders of Hamas and Palestinian Islamic Jihad. They discuss the implications for Gaza amidst evolving U.S. foreign policy and analyze the complex dynamics of U.S.-Israel relations. Scahill emphasizes the need for nuanced understanding of Hamas, combating mainstream media portrayals. The discussion also critiques Trump's financial connections and the impact of these developments on political alliances.

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INSIGHT

Rare Hamas Interview Breaks Bias

Jeremy Scahill highlights the rare opportunity for Western audiences to hear Hamas directly through an extensive interview.
This counters predominant embedded journalism favoring Israeli narratives.

INSIGHT

Hamas as Gaza's Government

Hamas functions not only as an armed group but also governs Gaza, dealing with daily services like trash collection.
Palestinians' grievances with Hamas resemble typical governmental frustrations elsewhere, showing normalized governance issues.

INSIGHT

Hamas' Tactical Weaponry Innovation

Hamas' armed capabilities rely largely on domestically produced weapons, ingeniously repurposing Israeli munitions.
The October 7 attacks were a highly effective, secretive military operation that shocked Israeli security.

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Sam and Emma welcome Dropsite's Jeremy Scahill for the latest developments on the Trump administration's diplomatic push in the Middle East as well as Jeremy's recent interviews with senior leaders of Palestinian Islamic Jihad and Hamas. It's the perfect context to understanding what might lie ahead for Gaza with the shifting Trump administration's relationship with Israel.

Check out Jeremy's interview with Hamas official Osama Hamdan here: https://www.dropsitenews.com/p/osama-hamdan-hamas-interview-podcast-gaza-israel

Also check out Jeremy's conversation about his reporting on the Palestinian resistance with his Dropsite colleagues: https://www.dropsitenews.com/p/jeremy-scahill-interviews-hamas-gaza-yemen

In the Fun Half, we look at how the Trump coalition is starting to fray over his break with Israel, but specifically on his willingness to accept a $400 million jet from Qatar. Suffice to say, Ben Shapiro is troubled by this latest development. Also, Bill Maher is STILL complaining about the satirical piece Larry David wrote about him. This time he tries to kvetch with Kill Tony, the king of offensive humor, who might be goofing on Maher as he simultaneously laments people comparing Trump to Hitler while also likening Hitler to Michael Jordan. Bill Maher is like the Lebron of not having self-awareness.

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