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What Next: Biden to Israel; Bombs to Gaza

Oct 19, 2023
Yousef Munayyer, a Palestinian-American political analyst and writer, discusses President Biden's visit to Israel amidst ongoing Israeli airstrikes in Gaza. The podcast explores the difficulties faced by Palestinians living in Gaza, the lack of safety options, and the urgent need for a ceasefire in the Israel-Gaza crisis.
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Quick takeaways

  • The dire situation in Gaza is causing immense suffering for Palestinians, with a lack of access to basic necessities like food, water, and electricity.
  • Israel's military strategy towards Gaza has resulted in repeated failures and an increased risk of a broader regional war.

Deep dives

Palestinians in Gaza suffering from communication and basic needs cut-off

The ongoing conflict in Gaza has resulted in Palestinians experiencing extreme challenges, including the loss of communication with loved ones, as electricity and fuel for backup generators have been cut off. This has led to a sense of terror and helplessness as people are unable to know the fate of their families for days or even weeks. The suffering is exacerbated by the lack of access to food, water, medicine, and electricity. The dire situation is further worsened by the recent blast at a hospital, causing further loss of life. The immense suffering faced by Palestinians in Gaza is unprecedented.

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