'If You Can Keep It': The War In Gaza, One Year Later
Digest
This podcast delves into the complex and multifaceted conflict in the Middle East, specifically focusing on the recent escalation of violence between Israel and Hamas. The first chapter discusses the ongoing conflict, highlighting the recent escalation and its broader implications for the region. The second chapter explores the role of the United States in the conflict, examining the Biden administration's efforts to broker a ceasefire and the ongoing debate about U.S. military aid to Israel. The final chapter analyzes the potential impact of the upcoming U.S. election on the Middle East conflict, considering the different approaches of the candidates and the implications for U.S. policy in the region. The podcast provides insights into the key issues at play, including the control of crossings, the release of prisoners, and the different perspectives on U.S. involvement. It also explores the potential consequences of the U.S. election on the future of the conflict.
Outlines
The Middle East Conflict: Escalation and Implications
This chapter discusses the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, focusing on the recent escalation of violence between Israel and Hamas, as well as the broader implications for the region.
The U.S. Role in the Middle East Conflict
This chapter explores the role of the United States in the Middle East conflict, examining the Biden administration's efforts to broker a ceasefire and the ongoing debate about U.S. military aid to Israel.
The U.S. Election and its Impact on the Middle East
This chapter analyzes the potential impact of the upcoming U.S. election on the Middle East conflict, considering the different approaches of the candidates and the implications for U.S. policy in the region.
Keywords
Hamas
Hamas is a Palestinian Islamist political organization and militant group that controls the Gaza Strip. It is considered a terrorist organization by Israel, the United States, and the European Union.
Hezbollah
Hezbollah is a Lebanese Shia Islamist political party and militant group. It is considered a terrorist organization by the United States and Israel.
Two-State Solution
The two-state solution is a proposed resolution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict that would create an independent Palestinian state alongside Israel.
Ceasefire
A ceasefire is an agreement between warring parties to stop fighting. It can be temporary or permanent.
Arms Embargo
An arms embargo is a ban on the sale or transfer of weapons to a particular country or region.
Deterrence
Deterrence is a strategy of preventing an adversary from taking action by threatening them with retaliation.
Nakba
The Nakba, meaning \"catastrophe\" in Arabic, refers to the displacement of Palestinians from their homes during the 1948 Arab-Israeli War.
Q&A
What are the main issues preventing a ceasefire in Gaza?
The main issues preventing a ceasefire in Gaza are the control of crossings and the release of prisoners. Hamas demands control of the crossings, while Israel insists on maintaining control. There is also disagreement over the names of prisoners to be released in exchange for hostages held by Hamas.
What are the arguments for and against the United States continuing to provide military aid to Israel?
Supporters of continued U.S. military aid to Israel argue that it is necessary to protect Israel from threats from neighboring states and to maintain a strong strategic partner in the region. Opponents argue that the aid is a strategic liability and that it enables Israel's military actions against Palestinian civilians.
How could the upcoming U.S. election affect the Middle East conflict?
The upcoming U.S. election could have a significant impact on the Middle East conflict. The candidates have different approaches to the conflict, and their election could lead to changes in U.S. policy in the region. For example, a Republican victory could lead to increased U.S. support for Israel, while a Democratic victory could lead to a more cautious approach.
Show Notes
Despite repeated attempts, the United States has failed to broker a ceasefire – in both Gaza and now at Israel's northern border as its military targets the Iran-backed militant group Hezbollah in Lebanon.
Typically, each week leading up to Nov. 5, we focus on the stakes of this election, for people, our country, and our democracy.
Today's episode of "If You Can Keep It" takes a look at the stakes of the U.S. election for the people of a Middle East in conflict.
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