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The Fifth Column

#454 - A Conspiracy So Vast (w/ Jacob Siegel)

May 9, 2024
Jacob Siegel, a veteran of Afghanistan and Iraq, talks about the Disinformation Industrial Complex, Trump's foreign policy, ending American aid to Israel, and his unified theory of censorship. The episode delves into conspiracy theories, Russia Gate hoax, COVID-19 narratives, democracy, political governance, varied perspectives on Israel, US presidents' stance on Israel, American foreign policy, and media manipulation.
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  • Hamas in Gaza is entrenched, requiring urban combat for success.
  • U.S. support for Israel is historically conditional, contrary to popular belief.

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Complexity of Hamas

Hamas is not just a discrete military entity; it is part of a larger regional security framework involving Iran, Hezbollah, and other groups. The conventional urban combat in Gaza is the only form of war with a chance of success, as seen in the US victory in Mosul. Counterinsurgency would require a long-term occupation and likely more casualties.

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