Breaking Points with Krystal and Saagar

7/9/24: Medical Journal Says 186k Killed In Gaza, Hamas Leaders Reveal True Oct 7 Plans, Owen Jones Dire Warning For UK Labour, French Left Shocks Le Pen In Elections

Jul 9, 2024
Owen Jones, a prominent British political commentator, shares his concerns about the future of the Labour Party following recent UK elections. Investigative journalists Jeremy Scahill and Ryan Grimm delve into the troubling human toll of the ongoing conflict in Gaza, citing a Lancet report of 186,000 deaths. French entrepreneur Arnaud Bertrand highlights the surprising electoral success of the left coalition in France, shaking up the political landscape and challenging Le Pen's influence. Each guest provides critical insights into the urgent need for independent journalism and accountability.
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INSIGHT

Gaza Death Toll Estimate

  • The Lancet estimates 186,000 or more deaths in Gaza, a conservative estimate based on indirect deaths.
  • This estimate doesn't include the roughly 10,000 buried under rubble, potentially representing 8% of Gaza's population.
INSIGHT

Hannibal Directive Confirmed

  • Haaretz confirms the IDF used the Hannibal Directive on October 7th, prioritizing preventing soldier capture.
  • This directive permits firing on civilians to stop kidnappings, raising questions about the death toll's composition.
ANECDOTE

IDF Soldier Testimonies

  • Israeli soldiers in Gaza reportedly execute civilians in "no-go" zones, leaving bodies to decompose or be eaten by animals.
  • Soldiers also systematically set Palestinian homes on fire and fire bullets "for no reason," highlighting the brutality.
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