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John Anderson: Conversations
Conversations: Niall Ferguson, Historian and Author
Nov 14, 2023
Historian Niall Ferguson discusses the tactical difficulties Israel faces in rooting out Hamas, while criticizing the decline of Western support due to a woke university system. The podcast also explores threats to Western freedom, Japan's role in Asia, and the need for citizen engagement in global issues.
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- Rooting out Hamas from Gaza is a difficult task due to their extensive tunnel network and even if eradicated, the situation for Palestinians may not improve significantly.
- Improving economic opportunities for the ordinary people in Gaza is crucial to eliminate the corruption and criminal activities of Hamas and prevent the emergence of new radical organizations.
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Challenges of Rooting Out Hamas in Gaza
Rooting out Hamas from Gaza is an extremely difficult tactical and operational challenge due to their extensive network of tunnels. However, even if Hamas were eradicated, the predicament of the Palestinian people in Gaza would likely remain unchanged, and another radical organization could emerge.
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