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current-affairs2 years ago

"US-Israel Relations: Evaluating Gaza Operations and Civilian Protection"

The Biden administration's public show of disapproval and concern for civilian casualties in Gaza is contradicted by its actions of providing Israel with large bombs, including 2,000-pound bunker buster bombs. Despite the U.S. suggesting ways for Israel to limit civilian casualties, the continuous weapons transfers convey a different message. The U.S. claims to pressure Israel, but its actions enable and support Israel's bombing campaign. The administration's rhetoric about wanting to limit civilian casualties should be taken with skepticism, as it refuses to impose conditions on military aid to Israel and conceals its record of weapons transfers.

current-affairs2 years ago

Understanding the Complexities of the Israel-Palestine Conflict

Political scientist Ian Bremmer discusses the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, exploring topics such as internal politics in Israel, the handling of the conflict in Gaza, the influence of hard-right political parties, and the impact on the relationship between Israel and the Palestinians. Bremmer also touches on subjects like social media disinformation, U.S. support for Israel, and the possibility of a two-state solution.