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The Palestine Laboratory Podcast

Episode 2: How to Make Friends

Oct 30, 2024
Daniel Silberman, a social justice advocate with roots in Chile, and Sasha Polakow-Suransky, journalist and author of "The Unspoken Alliance," delve into Israel's historical military collaborations, notably with the Pinochet regime. They discuss the emotional impact of state violence and the troubling legacies of arms deals with oppressive governments. The conversation extends to Israel's current surveillance practices and how its military strategies influence global conflicts. They explore the alarming patterns of human rights violations perpetuated through international alliances, especially post-1967.
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Quick takeaways

  • The podcast reveals Israel’s extensive arms trade with authoritarian regimes, showcasing a troubling alliance driven by political motives rather than just profit.
  • Historical context illustrates how Israel's military support for oppressive governments has shaped global strategies of conflict and population control since 1948.

Deep dives

Israel's Military Involvement in Chile

Israel's engagement with international repressive regimes is evidenced by its military support for Chile during the Pinochet dictatorship. This period of dictatorship was marked by severe human rights abuses, including the disappearance and torture of thousands of political opponents. One key example is Daniel Silberman, whose father was imprisoned and later murdered by the regime, highlighting the personal impact of Israel's arms and training provided to Pinochet's forces. Official records reveal that Israel was a major arms supplier to Chile, which shows a longstanding pattern of Israel aligning itself with authoritarian governments globally.

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