Breaking Points with Krystal and Saagar 2/5/24 ISRAEL SPECIAL: Biden Bombs 3 Countries Insisting No Wider War, Israeli Gov Calls Biden Settler Sanctions Antisemitic, Media Smears Dearborn As Jihad Capital, And Major AIPAC Donors Revealed
Feb 5, 2024
Amos Barshad, a Senior enterprise reporter for The Lever known for his investigative journalism, joins the discussion on recent U.S. military strikes in Iraq and Syria, questioning their justification. The conversation highlights Israel's backlash against new sanctions on settlements and critiques the media's portrayal of Dearborn as a 'jihad capital.' They delve into the influence of AIPAC's major donors on political narratives, revealing the deeper connections between U.S. foreign policy and domestic issues surrounding the Israel-Palestine conflict.
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Ineffective Strikes
- The U.S. bombing three countries demonstrates a flawed foreign policy approach.
- The strikes are unlikely to de-escalate conflict or improve safety for U.S. service members.
Ceasefire Challenges
- Ongoing ceasefire talks, mediated by the U.S. and Qatar, face challenges.
- Hamas's military and political leadership disagree on terms, and Israeli hardliners oppose any significant prisoner release.
Settler Sanctions
- Biden sanctioned four Israeli settlers for West Bank violence, a symbolic gesture given plummeting Arab American support for Democrats.
- This move, while limited, highlights U.S. influence and Israeli reliance on the U.S.