Unholy: Two Jews on the News As Israel faces diplomatic tsunami, has Trump had enough of Bibi? - with Amos Harel
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Aug 1, 2025 Amos Harel, a military and defense analyst for Haaretz, joins to dissect the tense political landscape as Trump distances himself from Netanyahu and the UK moves to recognize a Palestinian state. Key issues include Israel's recent humanitarian aid pauses in Gaza and the intricate dynamics shaping aid distribution amid the ongoing crisis. The conversation explores the emotional toll of the conflict, the shifting U.S. influence, and critiques various leadership approaches. Harel offers insights into the evolving military tactics and the dire humanitarian reality for civilians caught in the turmoil.
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Gaza Aid Plan's Political Nature
- Israel's Gaza Humanitarian Foundation aimed to wrest control of food supply from Hamas, not primarily humanitarian aid delivery.
- Limited distribution centers and brief aid windows reveal political goals overshadowing feeding people.
No Alternative Governing Gaza System
- Israel dismantled Gaza's civil system without creating an alternative to manage its two million civilians.
- Without infrastructure, aid shortages and chaos repeat despite humanitarian pauses.
Trump Challenges Netanyahu's Gaza View
- Donald Trump's acknowledgment of starvation in Gaza creates a political gap with Netanyahu.
- Trump's views shaped by TV images influence US-Israel relations and Netanyahu's political management.
