Day 352 of the war in Gaza, 43 days until US election
Sep 22, 2024
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In this compelling discussion, Al Jazeera Correspondents Zeina Khodr and Walid al-Omari dive into the escalating conflict in Gaza, with over 42,000 lives lost. They highlight the impact of the U.S. election on U.S. foreign policy and examine the recent closure of Al Jazeera's offices in the Occupied West Bank, raising alarms about press freedom. Hear personal stories from victims of violence and insights into stalled ceasefire negotiations, shedding light on the humanitarian crisis amid political turbulence.
The ongoing war in Gaza continues to escalate, with over 42,391 Palestinian casualties reported amid military operations involving Israel and Hezbollah.
As the US presidential election approaches, candidates are intensifying campaigns in key swing states, reflecting the fluctuating voting trends critical to election outcomes.
Deep dives
Escalation of Conflict Between Israel and Hezbollah
The ongoing conflict between Israel and Hezbollah has intensified, with significant military actions reported on both sides. Israel launched 400 attacks against Hezbollah forces, while Hezbollah retaliated with rocket strikes deep into Israeli territory, marking their most ambitious assaults thus far in the protracted confrontation. In particular, Hezbollah targeted areas close to Haifa, demonstrating its operational capability despite ongoing Israeli airstrikes. The exchange of fire comes amid significant casualties from past strikes, including the recent Israeli attack in Beirut that resulted in multiple civilian deaths and the loss of senior Hezbollah figures.
Challenges Surrounding US Presidential Candidates
As the US presidential election approaches, key candidates like Kamala Harris and Donald Trump are actively campaigning in critical swing states such as Michigan, Wisconsin, and Pennsylvania. These states are vital for determining the election outcome, as their voting trends have fluctuated between parties in recent elections. Trump's campaign, in particular, shows strong performance despite narrow polling margins, adding pressure on Democrats to secure wins in these battlegrounds. Meanwhile, ongoing discussions around a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas remain stalled, complicating the geopolitical landscape as the election nears.
We are coming to you on Sundays with weekly roundups as the US election approaches and Israel's war in Gaza continues. Israel shut down Al Jazeera's bureau in the Occupied West Bank. US presidential candidates sought to win over voters. Forty-three days remain until the U.S. presidential election. It is day 352 of the war in Gaza, where more than 42,391 Palestinians have been killed.
This episode was produced and mixed by David Enders. Our sound designer is Alex Roldan. Our lead of audience development and engagement is Aya Elmileik and Adam Abou-Gad is our engagement producer. Alexandra Locke is The Take’s executive producer. Ney Alvarez is Al Jazeera's head of audio.