Call Me Back - with Dan Senor One Year Since October 7th - with Yossi Klein Halevi
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Sep 23, 2024 
In a gripping discussion, Yossi Klein Halevi, a senior fellow at the Shalom Hartman Institute and author, reflects on the transformative year since the October 7th attacks. He examines the emotional and psychological toll on both Israeli and North American Jews, emphasizing shared vulnerabilities. The conversation delves into the challenges posed by Iran's nuclear ambitions and the complexities of Israeli politics. Halevi addresses the ethical dilemmas surrounding hostages and the necessity for a nuanced understanding of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, urging empathy from the diaspora.
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Defending Israel with Critique
- Yossi Klein Halevi believes defending Israel is more credible with critiques.
- He sees Israel as a democracy under constant pressure, requiring compromises between security, morality, and democratic norms.
Hostage Crisis Dilemma
- The hostage crisis forces Israel to confront two core values: redeeming captives (Pidyon Shvuyim) and self-defense.
- Yossi Klein Halevi initially prioritized deterrence but shifted to prioritize hostage rescue for Israeli societal solidarity.
Jewish Anti-Zionism and Power
- Some Jewish anti-Zionists believe Israel having too much power is problematic.
- Yossi Klein Halevi finds this appalling, given Hamas' October 7th attack.
