Theology in the Raw Son of an Israeli General Becomes an Activist for Palestinians
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Jul 21, 2025 Miko Peled, an Israeli-American activist and author, shares his transformative journey from serving in the IDF to passionately advocating for Palestinian rights. He delves into the historical narratives surrounding the Six-Day War, revealing strategic fabrications by Israeli leaders. The stark disparities in resources between Israeli settlements and Palestinian communities are highlighted, alongside his moral dilemmas faced during military service. Peled discusses the humanitarian crisis in Gaza, urging for global awareness and grassroots efforts toward liberation.
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1967 War Was a Planned Assault
- The 1967 war was a planned Israeli assault exploiting Arab unpreparedness, not a defensive war.
- The occupation and expansion happened immediately, crushing early hopes for peace.
Water Discrimination Exposes Apartheid
- Palestinian areas receive only 3% of available water, despite Palestinians being the majority.
- Severe resource discrimination starkly contrasts flourishing Israeli settlements nearby.
Challenge the 'Moral Army' Myth
- Question the morality of the IDF; recognize its foundation on ethnic cleansing and brutality.
- Understand the army’s actions critically, as Miko Peled’s perspective changed upon service.
