Attack on the USS Liberty

The podcast episode discusses the attack on the USS Liberty, an American spy ship, during the Six Day War between Israel and Egypt in June 1967. The ship, which was operating in international waters, was intentionally targeted by Israeli fighter aircraft and torpedo boats. The attack resulted in the deaths of 34 American sailors and the injury of over 190 people. Despite clear indications that the ship was American, including the presence of an American flag, the Israeli forces continued with the attack. The US government's response to the attack was marked by a lack of investigation and a subsequent cover-up. The survivors of the attack were sworn to secrecy and were not allowed to publicly discuss the incident. The episode highlights the need for a proper investigation and acknowledgment of the events surrounding the USS Liberty attack.