Unholy: Two Jews on the News The Gaza Plan, tension between Netanyahu and the IDF, and the Arab vote - with co-host Suleiman Maswadeh and Nomi Kaltmann
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Aug 14, 2025 Suleiman Maswadeh, a diplomatic correspondent for Channel 11, and Nomi Kaltmann, a journalist and President of the Jewish Orthodox Feminist Alliance in Australia, delve into complex issues surrounding the Gaza conflict. They discuss the rising tensions between Israel's political leaders and the military, the implications for future Arab voting, and the challenges of media coverage in Gaza. Nomi also reflects on the Australian Jewish community's response to rising antisemitism, showcasing the resilience and empowerment within the Orthodox community.
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Green Light As Political Signal
- The cabinet's green-lighting of conquering Gaza City looks political rather than operational.
- Suleiman says Netanyahu used the decision to placate hard-right coalition partners rather than to launch immediate action.
Civil-Military Rift Exposed
- The public tension between Prime Minister Netanyahu and IDF chief Eyal Zamir is unusually stark.
- Suleiman notes the army chief is now seen as independent, reflecting deeper domestic power struggles.
Personal Toll Drives Emigration Talk
- Suleiman recounts a trainer planning to leave Israel due to a partner's repeated deployments and family strain.
- He uses this to show public exhaustion and the social cost of prolonged conflict.