What Israel Does Now After Terror Attack, and America's Next Move, with Ben Shapiro, Amb. David Friedman, and Lt. Col. Daniel Davis | Ep. 644
Oct 10, 2023
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Ben Shapiro, a conservative commentator, discusses the horror of recent Hamas attacks, exposing the media's bias and anti-Semitism surging across the globe. Retired Lt. Col. Daniel Davis reflects on the complexities of Israel's military strategies, especially regarding hostages, while emphasizing the challenges of negotiations. Former U.S. Ambassador David Friedman analyzes Iran's role in the attack, criticizing American foreign policy shortcomings. The trio navigates the difficult landscape of the Israel-Hamas conflict and its implications for U.S. support.
The media must recognize the true evil of Hamas and stand with Israel against their barbaric attacks.
The international community must reject any attempts to legitimize or justify Hamas' actions and support Israel's efforts to dismantle them.
Anti-Semitism is on the rise and must be condemned in all its forms, rooted in denial of Israel's right to exist and demonization of the Jewish state.
The fight against Hamas is not just about Israel, but about upholding shared values and protecting innocent lives worldwide.
Deep dives
The Brutal Hamas Terrorist Attack on Israel
Israel is under attack by Hamas, which has unleashed a brutal assault on Israeli civilians. The stories coming out of the aftermath of the attack are horrifying, with innocent and vulnerable victims being purposely targeted. Hamas is deliberately hiding behind civilians, placing its military headquarters beneath hospitals, and using human shields to maximize Palestinian civilian casualties. Israel, on the other hand, goes to great lengths to minimize civilian casualties, warning civilians before attacks and targeting terrorists. The media's attempts to create moral equivalence and blame Israel are unfounded and morally bankrupt. The true evil and terrorism lie with Hamas, and the world must stand with Israel in defending itself against this barbaric attack.
The Importance of Recognizing Hamas as a Terrorist Group
Hamas, a designated terrorist group, has been a constant threat to Israel's security for years. The recent assault on Israel is not surprising, as it aligns with Hamas' long-standing intentions and actions. The Palestinian Authority and the Palestine Liberation Organization provide financial support to terrorists and promote violence against Israel. The international community must recognize the true nature of Hamas and reject any attempts to legitimize or justify their actions. Israel has the right to defend itself against this terrorist group, and the world must support its efforts to dismantle and eliminate Hamas.
The Outpouring of Anti-Semitism and the Need for Moral Clarity
The recent conflict between Israel and Hamas has revealed a disturbing rise in anti-Semitism, with demonstrations and chants calling for the gas and death of Jews. It is alarming to witness the level of hatred and prejudice directed at Jews worldwide. These anti-Semitic sentiments are rooted in the denial of Israel's right to exist and the demonization of the Jewish state. The media and political leaders must condemn anti-Semitism in all its forms and stand firm against this rising tide of hatred. It is crucial to uphold moral clarity by recognizing the true nature of Hamas as a terrorist organization and unequivocally supporting Israel's right to self-defense.
The Need for Global Support in Defeating Hamas
Israel is engaged in a battle against a terrorist group that seeks its destruction. The international community must stand with Israel in defeating Hamas and eliminating its threat. This is not just about Israel, but about upholding the shared values of civilization and protecting innocent lives. Israel has the right to defend itself, and its fight against Hamas is a fight for the safety and security of all nations. We must support Israel diplomatically and morally, ensuring that it has the necessary resources and backing to prevail in this conflict. The consequences of allowing Hamas to continue its reign of terror would be dire, not only for Israel but for the entire civilized world.
Gaza Situation and Hamas
The podcast episode discusses the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas in Gaza. It highlights the role of Saudi Arabia, Iran, and regional alliances in the conflict. The episode also emphasizes the importance of understanding the history and dynamics of the region, including the significance of Israel as a crucial ally for the United States. It sheds light on the complexity of military decisions Israel faces in responding to Hamas, considering the risks of a potential ground invasion and the involvement of other regional actors. The episode also discusses the humanitarian concerns and the importance of protecting innocent civilians amidst the conflict.
The Role of Israel and American Values
The episode emphasizes the significance of Israel as a key ally of the United States in the Middle East. It highlights the shared values between Israel and America, particularly in terms of democracy and the Judeo-Christian heritage. The episode contends that supporting Israel is not contradictory to American values but rather in alignment with them. It underscores the need for Americans to care about Israel and its role in the region, both from a rationalistic, realist perspective and from a moral standpoint.
The Challenges of Urban Warfare
The episode delves into the challenges Israel faces in conducting urban warfare in Gaza. It highlights the complexity of rescuing hostages and eradicating Hamas while trying to minimize casualties and collateral damage. The episode discusses the unique difficulties posed by Hamas's tactics and defenses in Gaza, such as booby traps and pre-planned explosives. It also emphasizes the need for strategic patience and careful decision-making to avoid a full-fledged regional war and to contain the conflict within Gaza.
US Support and Concerns
The episode touches on the United States' role and concerns in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. It raises questions about US support for Israel, especially in regards to military aid and potential diplomatic negotiations. The episode criticizes the potential release of billions of dollars to Iran while highlighting the risks and implications of such actions. It suggests reconsidering the allocation of resources and focusing on American national security interests, rather than dissipating them for minimal impact.
Megyn Kelly begins the show by discussing the horrifying stories coming out of Israel after the terror attack by Hamas, and shares why they must be seen and not ignored. Then Ben Shapiro, host of The Ben Shapiro Show, joins to discuss the brutality of Hamas, the truth about how Israel cares more about the Palestinians than Hamas does, Egypt refusing to help the Palestinians or Israel's effort, our American media's deference to Hamas propaganda, the outrageous anti-Semitism we're seeing from some progressives liberals and the media, the awful pro-Hamas protests in America and Australia, the faction in the GOP pushing "America first" over stronger support for Israel, the response at the United Nations to the Hamas terror attack, the instinct by many on the world stage to critique Israel even as they are being attacked, and more. Then Lt. Col. Daniel Davis to talk about the tactics Israel will have to deploy to rescue hostages from Gaza, the possibility for negotiations ahead to get women and children, the added element that there are Americans being held hostage too, challenges ahead for America because of the uneasiness in the world right now, and more. Then David Friedman, former U.S. ambassador to Israel during the Trump administration, joins to discuss the possibility a cyber attack could have led to the Hamas terror attack, Iran's role in the planning of the attack on Israel, why America got "duped" in dealings with Iran, the Biden administration blindness on Iran matches with the Obama administration's, Ilhan Omar's outrageous comments about "collective punishment," Harvard students attacking Israel and not Hamas, and more.
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