"Netanyahu Does Not Want a Palestinian State" - Obama Advisor on Israel / Gaza | Pod Save the UK

RECORDED 17/12/2023. In this clip from Pod Save the UK, former Barack Obama advisor Ben Rhodes reflects on the events of October 7th, describing them as horrifying and traumatising for Israel. He understand the impulse to respond against Hamas but criticises the Israeli government, led by Benjamin Netanyahu, for its disregard for Palestinian lives and international advice on reducing civilian casualties and planning for Gaza's future. Ben advocates for a ceasefire due to the immense human suffering and suggests that the continuation of current military operations could harm both Palestinians and Israel. He calls for a more critical stance from the US and UK and propose a political strategy involving Arab states to foster new Palestinian leadership, sidelining Hamas. He highlights the contradiction in supporting Netanyahu's government while advocating for a two-state solution, emphasising that genuine support for Israel involves encouraging better outcomes and avoiding actions that isolate the country internationally.

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Taken from Episode 31 of Pod Save the UK. Watch the full thing here 👉

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Guest:

Ben Rhodes, Host of Pod Save the World & former Barack Obama advisor.

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