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Explore Israel's famous rescue mission in Uganda, the tragic loss of hostages and an Israeli officer, and the global impact of heroic soldier Yoni. With 239 hostages held by Hamas in Gaza, the pressure is on Benjamin Netanyahu to rescue them, but can he? The podcast discusses Israel's reputation for hostage rescue, the difficulties of negotiation, and the suggestion of a military approach.

While Israel tries to defeat Hamas, they also have to worry about a much more dangerous paramilitary group on their northern border: Hezbollah.The express purpose of Hezbollah, which formed 40 years ago, is also to eradicate Israel.It would be a nightmare for Israel if Hezbollah swings in and backs Hamas up.So where did Hezbollah form, why do they hate Israel, and what hand did Israel have in their creation?Subscribe to If You're Listening on the ABC Listen app.Catch up on our series about the Israel-Gaza conflict on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aQ4x0gAzJx4

In this episode, the podcast explores how Hamas managed to surprise the well-resourced Israeli intelligence community. It delves into topics such as the intelligence failure during the Israel-Gaza conflict, defense mechanisms implemented by Israel, extremist activist Ben-Gavir, overlooked warnings and signs leading up to the attack, and Operation Alaksa Flood carried out by Hamas.

Explore the origins of Hamas and the rise of its founder, Ahmed Yassin, from a disabled refugee to one of the most influential men in Palestine. Delve into the complexities of the Israel-Gaza conflict, including overpopulation, unemployment, and the targeting of Arab workers by terrorists. Learn about Yassin's transformation from a charitable worker to the founder of Hamas and his controversial views on Jews. Discover the rise of Hamas as a powerful political movement in Gaza, their surprising victory in the Palestinian parliamentary elections, and the current humanitarian crisis in the region.

In 2021, a doctor from Florida met with a group of men to plan the overthrow of the Haitian President.The plot triggered a series of events which led to the President's death, the almost total collapse of the government, and the rise of mob rule in Haiti.So why is Kenya now being sent in to save the day?Subscribe to If You're Listening on the ABC Listen app.Find more If You're Listening on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mhcd5oos_P4

The podcast explores Elon Musk's refusal to let the Ukrainian military use his Starlink satellites to attack Russia. It discusses the implications of Musk having the power to decide military operations and questions if he was justified. The podcast also delves into the advancements in satellite internet technology, the history of the Iridium satellite phone, and the impact of the Russian invasion on Ukraine's internet infrastructure. It concludes by touching on Elon Musk's various ventures and mentioning a related podcast on Joe Biden's involvement in Ukraine.

Hardeep Singh Nijjar, the person murdered in Vancouver, has caused controversy between Canada and India. The podcast explores his assassination, the accusations from both countries, and the resulting diplomatic tensions. It also delves into the aftermath of the Golden Temple attack, the Air India bombing, and the alleged involvement of Vancouver Sikhs in pro-Khalistan terror attacks. The international relations impact of the assassination is also discussed.

The podcast explores the naming of India as 'Bharat' during the G20 summit and the historical context. It discusses Dr B.R. Embedkar's fight against caste discrimination and the challenges faced during the partition. The chapter also delves into the struggle to find a unifying term for India and the present political climate under Modi's leadership. Additionally, it highlights the opposition parties calling for the eradication of Hinduism and the formation of the Indian National Development Inclusive Alliance.

Countries like the US, Russia, China, and India are competing to establish a petrol station on the moon's South Pole. The podcast explores the historical doubts surrounding the moon landing and the race to build a petrol station. It also discusses the visionary journey of Robert Goddard and the potential of missions to Mars. Additionally, it delves into India and Russia's moon landing attempts, the militarization of space, and the plans of the US and China for space exploration and mining.

Novo Nordisk's accidental discovery of semaglutide as a weight loss drug may be the first effective solution. The historical context of weight loss experiments and drug failures is explored. The challenges of losing weight and the demand for an effective product are discussed. The reality of a popular weight loss drug explores its side effects, high cost, and potential benefits.