

“Trying To Put A TARGET On Me?!” Mehdi Hasan vs Jonathan Conricus On Israel-Gaza 'Genocide'
Sep 4, 2025
Join former Israeli Prime Minister Naftali Bennett, CEO of Zeteo Mehdi Hasan, and ex-IDF spokesman Jonathan Conricus, as they dive deep into the fierce debates surrounding the Israel-Gaza conflict. They discuss allegations of genocide, internal divisions within Israel, and the humanitarian crisis unfolding in Gaza. Tensions rise as they tackle military ethics, accountability for hostages, and the complexities of media narratives in conflict zones. This thought-provoking conversation captures the emotional stakes and geopolitical ramifications of a world in turmoil.
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Sequence: Hostages Then Strategy
- Free the hostages first, then discuss Gaza's future and dismantling Hamas later.
- Use hostage release as a pragmatic step to create conditions for future security decisions.
Genocide Scholars' Declaration Shifts Global View
- The International Association of Genocide Scholars declared Israel's actions in Gaza genocidal, citing attacks on survival infrastructure and calls for forced expulsion.
- This declaration has widened international criticism and strained Israel's traditional alliances.
Bennett Frames Intent And Responsibility
- Naftali Bennett argues Israel lacks genocidal intent and frames Hamas as the party with genocidal aims toward Jews.
- He stresses Israel's goal is security, not occupation, and paints Gaza's militarization as Hamas' deliberate choice.