The Intelligence from The Economist Shell shocked: Israel fights back
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Oct 10, 2023 
In this engaging discussion, Greg Karlstrom, The Economist's Middle East correspondent, shares insights on the escalating Israel-Hamas conflict, highlighting Israel's military responses and the human impact on both sides. Ana Lankas, the Latin America correspondent, delves into Brazil's transformative agricultural scene and the rise of sertanejo music, illustrating the cultural shifts in its interior. Listeners will also explore the fascinating complexities of language learning and what makes certain languages challenging to master.
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Israeli and Palestinian Moods
- Israelis feel shock, grief, and anger towards Hamas and their government.
- Palestinians in Gaza, having lived through wars, feel a deep fear exceeding previous experiences.
Potential Ground Invasion of Gaza
- A ground invasion of Gaza is likely, given Israel's political climate and public anger.
- This invasion will be devastating for Gaza and costly for the Israeli army due to Gaza's dense population and limited escape routes.
Hostage Situation
- Hamas holds 100-150 Israeli hostages, including women, children, and elderly.
- They’ve threatened to execute a hostage for each Israeli airstrike without warning, though the credibility of this threat is uncertain.