Judging Freedom Phil Giraldi: Israelis Suppressing Christianity.
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Apr 23, 2025 Phil Giraldi, an expert on international relations and security, sheds light on the suppression of Christianity in Israel. He discusses the profound impact of the Pope's death on humanitarian efforts and the muted Vatican response to violence in Gaza. Giraldi addresses the exodus of Christians from the Middle East under oppressive conditions and highlights political tensions complicating humanitarian aid. He critiques the influence of Israeli lobbying in the U.S. and examines controversial statements regarding the military and religious freedoms.
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Israel’s Blockade as War Crime
- Israeli government, led by Netanyahu, deliberately breaks ceasefires to continue assaults on Gaza, ignoring humanitarian concerns.
- Using starvation and blockade as weapons against Gaza's population constitutes war crimes under international law.
Suppression of Christianity in Israel
- Christianity faces severe suppression from the Israeli government in its birthplace, limiting religious freedoms and persecuting practitioners.
- Israeli police and army often ignore vandalism and assaults on Christians by settlers, showing institutional complicity.
Declining Middle Eastern Christian Population
- The Christian population in Middle Eastern countries like Syria, Lebanon, and Palestine is rapidly declining due to conflict and Israeli policies.
- Netanyahu's government actively restricts Christian religious activities, aiming to minimize their presence in Jerusalem and Bethlehem.