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The Secrets of Statecraft

The State of Israel with Dan Senor | Secrets of Statecraft | Andrew Roberts | Hoover Institution

May 21, 2024
Dan Senor, host of the “Call Me Back” podcast, discusses the war in Gaza, Biden's potential arms embargo on Israel, the challenges of the two-state solution, and the interplay of anti-Israel sentiments in political movements. The podcast also explores historical perspectives on Jewish contributions in German society and reflects on Yitzhak Rabin's assassination and its impact on the peace process.
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Quick takeaways

  • Israel targets 4 Hamas battalions in Rafa to weaken resistance.
  • US arms embargo threatens Israel's defense strategy and relations.

Deep dives

War Situation in Gaza and Hamas Structure

The war situation in Gaza involves a critical assessment of Hamas as an organized military force with 24 battalions strategically located and coordinated. Israel has effectively disrupted 20 of these battalions, aiming to neutralize Hamas's organized threat. The IDF's focus is on targeting the remaining four battalions in Rafa to diminish Hamas's capacity for organized resistance and leadership.

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