TRIGGERnometry The Truth about October 7th - Douglas Murray
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Apr 9, 2025 
Douglas Murray, a British author and journalist, delves into the complexities of the October 7th Hamas attack and its historical context. He discusses Hamas's ideologies and the psychological disconnect with the West. The conversation shifts to the Israeli Defense Forces' responses and personal tales of heroism. Murray also addresses the rise of antisemitism in academia post-attack, blending cultural insights with critical reflections on generational attitudes towards conflict and the moral complexities woven into these events.
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Hamas's Early Attack
- Hamas planned to attack Israel from the south while Hezbollah attacked from the north.
- Hamas acted early, and Hezbollah only fired missiles after Hamas's attack.
Sinwar's Revenge
- Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar had his life saved by an Israeli doctor.
- Later, Sinwar led the attacks, fulfilling his promise to attack when Israel was weak.
Hamas Ideology
- Hamas billionaires are willing to die for their ideology.
- Their ideology values death and martyrdom, as seen in Hanieh's reaction to his sons' deaths.