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Global News Podcast

Israel-Gaza War: Your Questions Answered

Oct 20, 2023
Lise Doucette, BBC's chief international correspondent, and Jeremy Bowen, BBC's international editor, dive deep into the Israel-Gaza conflict. They explore Hamas's motivations for attacking Israel and discuss the fates of hostages, shedding light on the emotional landscape of Gaza's residents. They also unravel the complexities of Israeli and Palestinian identities, delve into the historical context of Hamas, and reflect on the Oslo Accords' hopeful beginnings. Their insightful analysis addresses the challenging quest for peace amid generational trauma and ongoing conflict.
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Quick takeaways

  • Hamas attacked Israel to draw attention to the Palestinian question and express discontent with Western governments and lack of progress in conflict resolution.
  • People in Gaza have mixed sentiments towards Hamas, prioritizing their concerns over Israel's actions due to a history of occupation.

Deep dives

Reasons for Hamas' Attack

Hamas launched the attack to gain attention for the long-forgotten Palestinian question and to counter the frustration and despair caused by the failure of previous approaches. They aimed to express their discontent with Western governments and the lack of progress in resolving the conflict. The goal was to provoke a reaction and reclaim international focus on the issue.

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