Antiwar News With Dave DeCamp 5/13/25: Hamas Releases US-Israeli Captive, US Replaces B-2s at Diego Garcia With B-52s, and More
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May 13, 2025 Hamas's release of a US-Israeli captive sparks discussions about ongoing diplomatic efforts. The situation in Gaza worsens with airstrikes causing civilian casualties amid a humanitarian crisis. Insights into US military strategy shifts are shared, including the replacement of B-2s with B-52s. The potential involvement of a former president in Ukraine-Russia peace talks adds new complexity to international relations. Meanwhile, Denmark's financial support to Ukraine and Israel's control over land registration in the West Bank raise eyebrows.
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Hamas Releases US-Israeli Captive
- Hamas released Edan Alexander, a US-Israeli captive, after US talks without involving Israel.
- This release is seen as a goodwill gesture during ongoing negotiations amid ongoing conflict.
Netanyahu Declares Gaza Cleansing
- Netanyahu declared the ethnic cleansing of Gaza "inevitable" as homes are destroyed and Palestinians have nowhere to return.
- Israel is concentrating Gaza's population into a small southern area and plans to pressure them to leave.
Israeli Troops Killed Civilian Cover-Up
- Israeli troops accidentally killed Tom Godot, a civilian, in a safe room during a Hamas attack.
- The Israeli military covered up the incident initially and later confirmed the friendly fire.