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Oct 17, 2023 • 11min

Biden’s Israel trip, American views of the conflict and Poland’s tectonic shift

President Biden's visit to Israel amidst the humanitarian crisis in Gaza, American views on the conflict, shooting in Brussels, Poland's political shift, and Putin in China.
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Oct 16, 2023 • 14min

Rafah, Blinken's diplomacy and tributes to a Reuters journalist

The podcast discusses the reopening of the Rafah border crossing in Gaza amidst ongoing bombings and the denial of a truce by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Secretary Blinken's three priorities in Israel are highlighted, including addressing humanitarian aid. The neglect and discrimination faced by Indigenous Australians and the need for a treaty are discussed. The New Zealand election results and Taylor Swift's concert film are also mentioned.
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Oct 15, 2023 • 27min

Hamas' calculus and the fracturing of Palestinian and Israeli politics

An analysis of Hamas' recent attacks on Israel, motivations, and long-term goals, including disrupting normalization with Saudi Arabia, Islamizing society, and eliminating Israel. Examining the unity government in Israel and their stance on resolving the situation in Gaza. Discussion on Israel's domestic crisis and previous attempts to dismantle Hamas. Exploring the challenges faced by journalists covering the conflict and the importance of maintaining balance in reporting.
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Oct 14, 2023 • 22min

The tactics of a Gaza ground assault and the threat of a larger war

Journalists discuss the challenges and dangers of a ground assault in Gaza. The podcast explores the regional implications of the conflict and the US's call for diplomacy. It also examines the difficulties of operating in conflict areas, tensions between Hezbollah and Israel, and Iran's involvement. The potential of a wider Middle East war and the importance of diplomacy are discussed, as well as the possibility of normalization between Saudi Arabia and Israel. The dire humanitarian situation in Gaza and challenges in providing aid are addressed.
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Oct 13, 2023 • 13min

Israel's evacuation order, the global fog of war and critical votes in Poland, New Zealand and Australia

Israel's evacuation order in Gaza, misinformation during conflicts, Speaker race in DC, critical votes in Poland, New Zealand, and Australia
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Oct 12, 2023 • 13min

Answering the global call to fight and crowdfunding for bulletproof vests. Plus, the latest from Iran, Saudi and Egypt on Gaza.

Israeli reservists are returning home to fight, with American Jews crowdfunding for bulletproof vests. Egypt is faced with a dilemma over the crisis in Gaza, while Iran and Saudi engage in talks. Blinken visits Israel amidst the ongoing conflict.
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Oct 11, 2023 • 13min

‘Hell’ at an Israeli kibbutz and Hamas’ secretive mastermind

This episode features the alleged mastermind of the Hamas attack, discussing the harrowing stories from parents on a kibbutz. It also covers Israel's preparation for a ground offensive into Gaza and the impact of the conflict on the global economy.
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Oct 10, 2023 • 13min

Nowhere to hide in Gaza, hostage fears and a US general's Iran warning

Israel secures its border after Hamas attacks. Hostage situation complicates ground offensive plans. Netanyahu calls for united government. Rules of war in conflict explained.
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Oct 9, 2023 • 14min

Israel's response, inside Hamas' planning -- and the roles of Biden and a divided Congress

Israeli rockets pounding Gaza and battling Hamas militants. Hamas planned their attack right under Israeli intelligence's nose. The ongoing conflict and tragic incidents. US support for Israel and divisions in the House of Representatives. Impact on global markets and the fraying relationship between Biden and Netanyahu.
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Oct 7, 2023 • 30min

IMF-World Bank meeting: Old problems and new headwinds

The podcast discusses the challenges faced by developing nations and emerging markets, such as Argentina's inflation nightmare, North Africa's efforts to secure funding for disaster cleanup and climate change mitigation, the tensions between the US and China and their impact on global financing. It also explores the economic crisis in Argentina, the role of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) in the global economy, the economic challenges and geopolitical tensions faced by various countries, China's changing relationship with developing nations and its impact on the IMF, and the economic consequences of natural disasters in North Africa.

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