The Brutal Reality About Palestinians the Media Ignores | David M. Friedman
Nov 26, 2023
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Former U.S. Ambassador to Israel, David M. Friedman, discusses the challenges Israel faces with Hamas, the rise of anti-Semitism, and the importance of protecting Israel's heritage. He also criticizes the current U.S. administration's perceived weakness and lifting of sanctions on Iran.
The Israeli people have quickly turned to determination to win the war and eradicate Hamas, emphasizing the human tragedy of the hostages held by Hamas and highlighting Israel's goal to extract as many hostages as possible while fighting to win the war.
Israel will likely have to maintain security control over both the Gaza and West Bank areas for an extended period, prioritizing the safety of its people and the challenges of creating a contiguous state with Gaza and the West Bank are discussed.
Deep dives
Current State of Israel and the War
As the host interviews Ambassador David Friedman, they discuss the current state of Israel and the ongoing war with Hamas. Ambassador Friedman explains that despite the country's initial shock, the Israeli people have quickly turned to determination to win the war and eradicate Hamas. He also emphasizes the human tragedy of the hostages held by Hamas, highlighting Israel's goal to extract as many hostages as possible while fighting to win the war.
Negotiating with Hostile Groups
The podcast explores the challenges of negotiating with hostile groups like Hamas. Ambassador Friedman highlights previous prisoner swaps and the untrustworthiness of such negotiations. He mentions the disproportionate exchange of one Israeli soldier for almost 5,000 Hamas terrorists, many of whom went on to commit acts of terror. He criticizes the belief that treating people well will automatically lead to peaceful coexistence, especially in the Middle East.
Israel's Approach to Gaza
The conversation delves into Israel's approach to Gaza. It is mentioned that Israel disengaged from Gaza in 2005, allowing Hamas to gain strength. The hosts also discuss the challenges of creating a contiguous state with Gaza and the West Bank. Ambassador Friedman suggests that Israel will likely have to maintain security control over both areas for an extended period, prioritizing the safety of its people.
Challenges in Messaging and Misconceptions
The podcast addresses the challenges Israel faces in messaging and correcting misconceptions. They discuss the spread of lies and anti-Israel sentiment, amplified by algorithms and biased media coverage. While Ambassador Friedman suggests tougher border control and stricter visa regulations, he also points out the importance of highlighting Israel's deep historical and biblical ties, as well as its role as a democratic and inclusive state in the Middle East.
Dave Rubin of “The Rubin Report” talks to former U.S. Ambassador to Israel David M. Friedman about the current situation in Israel and the Middle East; his experiences during the recent conflict; his criticisms of the current U.S. administration for its perceived weakness and for lifting sanctions on Iran, which he believes has emboldened groups like Hamas; the challenges Israel faces in dealing with Hamas and the Palestinian Authority; the rise of anti-Semitism and anti-Israel sentiment in the West; the importance of Israel's biblical heritage and the need to protect it; and much more.