TRIGGERnometry War Expert Debunks Gaza Lies - John Spencer
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Aug 17, 2025 
In this conversation, John Spencer, a retired U.S. Army Major and urban warfare expert, breaks down the complexities of the Gaza conflict. He tackles misconceptions about Hamas and emphasizes the unique challenges of urban combat. Their discussion explores the critical need for truthful narratives in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, critiques military strategies, and highlights the disconnect between military actions and global perception. Spencer also shares insights on the humanitarian situation and the geopolitical implications of the ongoing conflict, urging listeners to evaluate information critically.
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Gaza Must Be Framed As War
- Frame Gaza as a war between a state and a prepared non-state military, not standard counterterrorism.
- Gaza's 20-year preparation and extensive tunnel network make this conflict historically unique.
Decades Of Preparation Changed The Battlefield
- Hamas prepared Gaza for battle for decades, including hundreds of miles of tunnels beneath civilians.
- That deliberate preparation makes civilian displacement and combat uniquely complex and dangerous.
Civilians Were Prevented From Leaving
- Egypt prevented mass civilian exit from Gaza after October 7, creating an unprecedented trapped population.
- Wars normally see large civilian displacement, so Gaza's static population is an unusual strategic variable.