Bethan McKernan is the Guardian's Jerusalem correspondent, and Ruth Michaelson reports from across the Middle East. They discuss the controversial plans of Israeli settlers moving to Gaza amid ongoing conflict. The duo highlights the precarious situation for Palestinian civilians and the motivations behind settler aspirations, driven by ideology and governmental backing. They delve into the implications of resettling Gaza, exploring themes of ethnic cleansing, community resilience, and the complexities of the Israeli-Palestinian dynamic.

Bethan McKernan, a Guardian journalist specializing in Israel and Palestine, interviews Doreen Ray, a Nir Oz resident who survived the recent Hamas attack. They explore the profound impacts of the October 7 tragedy on the kibbutz community, contrasting its former joys with current traumas. Doreen shares her harrowing experience while discussing the emotional toll, struggles of hostage families, and the community's ongoing journey toward rebuilding and finding safety amid lingering fears and division.

Bethan McKernan, a journalist specializing in Palestinian prisoner issues, shares harrowing insights into the brutal realities of Israeli jails. She recounts chilling stories of sexual assault and starvation reported by former inmates. The discussion highlights systemic abuse through the story of a young student named Mariam, illustrating the emotional toll of detention. McKernan also explores the impacts of military raids on families, the challenges of free speech, and the alarming conditions faced by detainees, raising urgent questions about justice and accountability.