771 - The Crossing feat. Mohammad Alsaafin (10/10/23)
Oct 11, 2023
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Journalist Mohammad Alsaafin discusses the unprecedented surprise attack by Hamas, the impact on negotiations and regional peace, the possibility of a land invasion of Gaza, biased Western media coverage, and the perception of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
The Hamas surprise attack on Israeli military bases exposed the vulnerability of Israeli defenses and highlighted the impact of long-term suffering in Gaza.
The Israeli government's massive bombardment of the Gaza Strip, with support from Western governments, exacerbated the humanitarian crisis and lack of international pressure to de-escalate the situation is causing horrifying consequences for the people of Gaza.
The biased coverage of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict in Western media, the dehumanization of Palestinians, and the asymmetrical power dynamics between Israel and Palestine demonstrate that Western sympathy hasn't brought about meaningful change or pressure on Israel to end the occupation.
Deep dives
Unprecedented Attack by Hamas on Israeli Military Bases and Towns
Hamas launched a surprise attack on Israeli military bases, leading to the capture of Israeli soldiers and civilians. The attack was unprecedented in scale and effectiveness, as Hamas fighters were able to breach the security fences and take over Israeli towns, which shocked observers and the Israeli military. The attack was in response to years of blockade and oppression in Gaza, and it exposed the vulnerability of Israeli defenses and the impact of long-term suffering on the people of Gaza.
Israeli Response and Western Support
In response to the attack, Israel launched a massive bombardment of the Gaza Strip, resulting in the deaths of hundreds of Palestinians. The Israeli government, with full-throated support from Western governments, including the US, has expressed its intention to obliterate Gaza. The Israeli Defense Minister ordered the cut-off of essential supplies, including food, water, electricity, and fuel, exacerbating the humanitarian crisis in Gaza. The lack of international pressure to de-escalate the situation has led to horrifying consequences for the people of Gaza.
The Shocking Reality of Life in Gaza
The ongoing conflict has brought attention to the dire conditions and suffering endured by the people of Gaza. The years-long blockade, limited access to basic necessities, lack of medical supplies and infrastructure, and constant monitoring and surveillance have created a inhumane environment. The siege has restricted movement, separated families, and caused unimaginable hardship. The Gaza Strip has become a testing ground for Israeli control and dominance, with little regard for the well-being and lives of the Palestinian population.
The Failure of Western Media
The podcast discusses the biased coverage of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict in Western media. The hosts point out how the media often downplays or ignores the occupation and decades of military aggression against the Palestinian people. They criticize the double standards in reporting and the dehumanization of Palestinians, highlighting the asymmetrical power dynamics between Israel and Palestine. The hosts argue that Western sympathy hasn't brought about any meaningful change or pressure on Israel to end the occupation or apartheid regime.
The Changing Rules of the Game
The podcast explores the recent escalation of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict and the role of armed resistance. The hosts discuss the desperation among Palestinians and the growing realization that Western sympathy alone will not bring a resolution to the conflict. They highlight the failures of nonviolent approaches, such as negotiations for a two-state solution, which have only resulted in further land annexation by Israel. The hosts argue that the calculus is changing, with armed resistance becoming a response to the ongoing occupation and the lack of international pressure on Israel to end its aggression. They suggest that Israel may face further challenges and potential consequences for its actions.
Journalist Mohammad Alsaafin returns to the show to cover the unprecedented new developments in the Israel-Gaza conflict.
The piece from Séamus Malekafzali mentioned in the episode: https://www.seamus-malekafzali.com/p/a-siege-broken
The playlist of AJ+ videos on Palestine Mohammad recommends at the end of the episode: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLZd3QRtSy5LNqTTQagN3IgbqVPtEIQOp1
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