US & Israel wage war across Middle East, attacking Iran, Lebanon, Gaza, Syria, Yemen
Oct 4, 2024
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In a heated discussion, the podcast delves into the U.S. and Israel's military aggression across the Middle East, particularly against Iran and Lebanon. It highlights the contradictions in U.S. narratives and the role of media distortion. Listeners gain insight into Israel's strategic alliance with the U.S. and its implications for conflicts in the region. Historical context reveals past invasions and current troop deployments. The shifting allegiances among Gulf monarchies also hint at a changing landscape influenced by rising powers like China.
The podcast reveals how U.S. and Israeli military actions in the Middle East are often framed as responses to Iranian aggression despite historical provocations.
It discusses the shifting geopolitical landscape as Gulf monarchies seek neutrality and explore partnerships outside traditional U.S. influence amid escalating tensions.
Deep dives
Escalation in Middle East Conflicts
Recent military actions between Iran and Israel signify a dangerous escalation in the Middle East, as Iran launched nearly 200 missiles targeting Israeli military bases in retaliation for continuous aggressions by Israel. These Israeli actions included attacks on Iranian territory and high-profile assassinations of Iranian officials, which Iran considered acts of war. The complex narrative surrounding these conflicts often misrepresents Iran's actions as unprovoked aggression despite documented provocations from Israel. This underscores a growing trend where Western narratives fail to acknowledge the context of such retaliations, framing them instead as unilateral aggressions from the Iranian side.
Contradictory Western Narratives
There exists a contradictory narrative concerning Iran's perceived threats and military capabilities as highlighted by U.S. political leaders. While claiming Iran poses a significant risk, U.S. officials simultaneously assert that Iranian attacks are detrimental and ineffective, undermining their own justification for ongoing military support to Israel. This duality raises critical questions about whether Iran is indeed a substantial threat or if such claims serve other geopolitical agendas. The discourse appears designed to justify an extensive military aid regime to Israel while downplaying the implications of U.S. foreign policy in the region.
Historical Context of Israeli Actions
Israel's military history in the region reveals a pattern of aggressions that have persisted since its founding, including invasions of Lebanon and assaults on Palestinian territories. Analyzing historical timelines, one can trace back these aggressive policies that have often escalated into broader conflicts, suggesting that actions today are part of a continuous cycle of violence with roots deep in colonial history. The emergence of resistance movements like Hezbollah is directly linked to Israel's military interventions in Lebanon, emphasizing the consequences of foreign occupation. This historical examination reveals how ongoing military actions serve not just current political aspirations but are a continuation of past conflicts.
Shift in Regional Alliances
Shifts in the geopolitical landscape are evident as Gulf monarchies, traditionally aligned with U.S. interests, increasingly seek neutrality amid rising tensions in the region. Recent statements indicate a reluctance among these states, such as Saudi Arabia and the UAE, to participate in U.S. military actions against Iran. This growing independence reflects a significant change in political dynamics, allowing these countries to explore relationships outside of traditional Western oversight, notably with rising powers like China. As these monarchies seek alternatives for economic partnerships, the U.S. strategy in the Middle East faces potential challenges that could reshape future alignments in the region.
The United States and Israel are waging war across West Asia (the Middle East), attacking Iran, Lebanon, Gaza, Syria, Yemen -- all at once. Ben Norton analyzes the imperialist interests driving the violent chaos in the region.
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Topics
0:00 Intro
0:42 Censorship & channel back-ups
2:08 Iran responds to Israel's attacks
4:01 USA claims Iran's counter-strike was "ineffective"
4:57 Contradictory US narratives on Iran & Israel
6:22 Western media propaganda
7:12 Israel's disproportionate attacks on Lebanon
8:07 History of Israel's invasions of Lebanon
10:10 US military sends more troops to Middle East
11:00 Pentagon supports Israel
12:26 USA & Israel plan attack on Iran's oil facilities
13:54 Oil price rises (weeks before elections)
15:37 Israel: US empire's unsinkable aircraft carrier
15:54 (Clip) Biden: If Israel didn't exist, US would create it
16:19 USA encourages Israel to expand wars
18:40 (Clip) US State Department opposes diplomacy with Hamas
19:16 US empire wants hegemony, not peace
21:25 CIA veterans say US should use Israel to attack Iran
23:11 US used Israel to arm right-wing dictatorships in Latin America
24:40 Israel: US empire's attack dog in West Asia
25:16 Israel kills PFLP leaders
26:32 Israel bombs Syria
27:22 Israel attacks near Russian military base
28:06 Israel bombs Yemen
28:54 US post-9/11 wars killed 4.5-4.7 MILLION people
29:39 Gulf monarchies call for neutrality, not backing USA
34:44 Outro
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