Antiwar News With Dave DeCamp 1/7/25: Military Action Against Iran Possible Under Trump, US Issues Sanctions Waiver for Syria, and More
Jan 7, 2025
The podcast dives into the potential for military action against Iran under Trump, spotlighting Israel's influence in U.S. policy. It discusses the escalating humanitarian crisis in Gaza and critiques the contradictions in American sanctions on Syria. A controversial guide for Israeli soldiers on avoiding arrest for war crimes reflects growing concerns about legal accountability. Additionally, it touches on the Palestinian Authority's request for military assistance and the transfer of detainees from Guantanamo to Oman.
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Waltz on Middle East Policy
- Mike Waltz stated that problems in the Middle East originate from Tehran, not Tel Aviv.
- The incoming administration, according to Waltz, will fully support Israel and crack down on pro-Palestinian protests in the U.S.
Casualties in Gaza
- Israeli attacks in Gaza killed 49 Palestinians and wounded 75 more, according to Gaza's health ministry.
- Among the dead was Thabat Salim, a neonatal doctor volunteering at Al-Aqsa Martyrs Hospital.
Attack on Aid Convoy
- Israeli forces fired on a clearly marked World Food Program aid convoy in Gaza.
- This attack follows a missile strike on a UN flour distribution warehouse and the notorious bombing of aid workers in April 2024.