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The Conflict
Israeli Strikes Intensify
Nov 6, 2023
Lyse Doucet, Rushdi Abualouf, Anna Foster, and Jon Donnison discuss the intense night of Israeli bombardment in the Israel-Gaza War, US Secretary of State's diplomatic efforts, the dire conditions faced by Palestinians in Gaza, the desperate search for a hostage family, and reflections on the intensification of the conflict and universal pain of war.
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- US Secretary of State Blinken's objectives in the Middle East included urging Israel to prioritize civilian protection, facilitating hostage release and foreign nationals' evacuation, and building a foundation for lasting peace.
- Despite the catastrophic situation in Gaza, with thousands seeking refuge in hospitals and facing intensified airstrikes, Yoni Asher, a father whose wife and children were taken hostage, refuses to harbor hatred and has faith in the Israeli government's pursuit of their safe return.
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US Secretary of State's Goals
During US Secretary of State Anthony Blinken's recent trip to the Middle East, he had three main objectives. Firstly, he aimed to demonstrate ongoing US support for Israel while urging them to prioritize the prevention of civilian casualties. Secondly, he worked towards securing the release of hostages in Gaza and facilitating the evacuation of foreign nationals. Lastly, Blinken focused on laying the foundation for a lasting and sustainable peace beyond the current conflict.
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