The Daily

Israel's Invasion Begins

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Oct 30, 2023
Patrick Kingsley, the Jerusalem bureau chief for The New York Times, and Raja Abdulrahim, a Middle East correspondent, dive into Israel's recent ground invasion of Gaza. They discuss how this escalation has significantly intensified the ongoing conflict, revealing the complexities behind military strategies and the secrecy surrounding these operations. The humanitarian crisis unfolding amidst airstrikes and casualties is highlighted, alongside geopolitical implications and the responses from regional allies. Their insights provide a gripping look at a rapidly changing situation.
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ANECDOTE

Inevitable Death in Gaza

  • Raja Abdurrahim reported on the pervasive feeling of inevitable death in Gaza.
  • Over 8,000 Gazans have died, a third being children, and entire families are perishing in single strikes.
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Seventy Family Members Lost

  • Raja Abdurrahim interviewed Ulfat Al-Kurd, who lost 70 family members.
  • This widespread loss fuels the feeling of impending death among Gazans.
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Communication Blackout

  • Raja Abdurrahim's interview with poet Musab Abu Taha was interrupted by a communication blackout.
  • This blackout heightened fear and uncertainty, cutting off Gaza from the world.
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