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In Gaza, mass graves with around 700 bodies have been discovered, with some bodies showing signs of torture and mutilation. Families are grieving as bodies are unearthed and identified. Calls for an independent investigation have been made by international bodies. The situation in Rafa is dire, with over 1 million displaced due to fear of a ground operation. People lack basic necessities like water, food, and shelter. The international community is urged to take immediate action to stop the ongoing violence and suffering in Gaza.

Interviewer and Professor discuss what is known about October 7, the broader context, and the ongoing political implications. - On October 7, the global picture is that roughly 1,200 people were killed, with about 400 combatants and about 800 civilians, according to authorities the professor cites. He notes he relies on UN Human Rights Council Commission of Inquiry, Amnesty International, and Human Rights Watch but cautions these bodies do not have perfect records. He maintains there is no compelling evidence that a significant portion of the deaths in Israel’s reaction to October 7 were the result of Israeli actions, and he says the deaths are overwhelmingly attributable to Hamas and other armed groups in Gaza. He states there is no evidence supporting the claim that Hamas weaponized rape on October 7. - Regarding rape allegations, the professor emphasizes that the UN mission distinguishes between rape and sexual violence; the UN Commission of Inquiry states there is no digital or photographic evidence of rape. Pamela Patton’s report looked at 5,000 photographs and 50 hours of digital evidence but concluded there was no direct digital or photographic evidence of sexual violence on October 7. He questions why, if such incidents occurred, witnesses did not produce photographic or digital proof, noting that in a conflict zone Israelis would typically photograph atrocities; he suggests eyewitness testimony often aligns with broader narratives about Israel, and argues that some eyewitness accounts come from sources that claim Israel is morally exemplary while also alleging atrocities. - The discussion then moves to the credibility of eyewitness reports. The professor argues that some eyewitness accounts “will tell you Israel is the most moral army in the world” while also suggesting Israel’s society is inbred and that Israeli soldiers form deep bonds in the army, which could influence narratives. He notes a broader pattern of people publishing favorable studies of Israel while denying atrocities. - On Hamas’s planning before October 7, the professor describes Gaza as an “inferno under the Israeli occupation,” with Gaza repeatedly described as a concentration camp by prominent figures since 2004 and 2008. He argues that by late 2023 Gaza was portrayed as facing international indifference, and he asserts that the belief that Gaza’s fate would be sealed by Saudi Arabia joining the Abraham Accords contributed to Hamas’s decision-making. He cites The Economist and UN commentary describing Gaza’s conditions well before October 7, including extreme unemployment (approximately 60% among Gaza’s young people) and a collapse of basic services. - The interviewer asks why violence occurred given various nonviolent and diplomatic avenues. The professor notes that Hamas had attempted diplomacy, including reports of seeking a two-state solution or a hudna, cooperation with human rights investigations after prior Israeli operations, and support for nonviolent movements like the Great March of Return. He claims Hamas’s efforts were ignored and emphasizes the blockade’s impact on Gaza. He argues that while Hamas was not saints, they engaged with diplomacy and international law before resorting to violence in the face of Gaza’s dire conditions. - The West Bank vs. Gaza comparison is discussed. The professor argues that the goal in Gaza differs from that in other contexts; whereas other actors may aim to subordinate, Israel’s long-term aim in Gaza is described as making Gaza unlivable and controlling the territory, with support from various Arab states. - The interviewer questions the historical legitimacy of Gaza and Palestinian statehood. The professor rejects attempts to deny Palestinian existence or redefine Gaza’s status, insisting Gaza’s people are Palestinian and Gaza is not part of the West Bank, while acknowledging the historical complexities. - On the UN Security Council resolution and the “board of peace,” the professor describes the resolution as endorsing the Trump peace plan and naming Donald Trump as head of the board of peace, with the board operating with sovereign powers in Gaza and lacking external accountability. He asserts that this effectively grants Trump control over Gaza and foresees rebuilding timelines; he argues that reconstruction would take decades under current conditions, given rubble, toxins, unexploded ordnance, and the scale of destruction. - The future of Gaza is described pessimistically: Gaza is depicted as “gone” in the sense of a prolonged, uninhabitable landscape under an administratively transitional framework that does not guarantee meaningful reconstruction. The professor contends that Arab states endorsed the resolution under pressure and that some leaders feared severe economic repercussions if they opposed it. - The discussion closes with reflections on who benefits from the resolution and the overall trajectory for Gaza, including strong skepticism about any imminent or credible path to durable peace given the political arrangements described and the perceived long-term consequences for the Palestinian people.

In 2024, over 80 people were killed and 400 wounded in Gaza while trying to get food aid. Israeli tanks opened fire on civilians as they rushed to receive flour, resulting in a tragic loss of life. Israel is accused of using starvation as a weapon to force people to leave the area. This situation is likened to a genocide and a modern-day Holocaust.

Aujourd'hui, les bilans des morts à Gaza sont inexactes. Les estimations suggèrent entre soixante et soixante-dix mille morts, avec environ trois cents morts par jour dus aux bombardements israéliens. Ces chiffres pourraient être comparables à ceux de la frappe nucléaire d'Hiroshima. Translation: Today, the death toll in Gaza is inaccurate. Estimates suggest between sixty and seventy thousand deaths, with about three hundred deaths per day due to Israeli bombings. These numbers could be comparable to those of the nuclear strike on Hiroshima.

All children under 5 in Gaza are suffering from malnutrition, putting them at risk of permanent physical and cognitive damage. This is due to political choices aimed at pushing Palestinians out of Gaza. The ongoing siege worsens the situation, with half of Gaza's population already food insecure and 80% dependent on aid. Israel's destruction of agricultural land and fishing boats further exacerbates the food crisis. Famine leads to increased hunger-related deaths, but measuring this during a war is challenging. Israel claims military necessity for starving people, but the focus should be on the human rights concern and the risk of genocide unfolding against Palestinians.

In Gaza, the situation is dire. Four Palestinian children are killed every hour, and every 15 minutes a child loses their life. The death toll for Palestinians is rising rapidly, with at least 10 killed in just this hour. Many more are losing their homes, leaving them without shelter. Emotionally, it's a catastrophe that demands our attention. As an Israeli, I am deeply ashamed and disturbed by the violence. It feels as though killing children and adults has become acceptable, and it's disheartening to see so many remain indifferent.

Civilians in Palestine were given pamphlets with safe routes to flee, but they were bombed while following the evacuation order. The sight of dead children on a truck is deeply disturbing. People who have spent time in Palestine say it has made them cry for weeks. The horrors faced by Palestinians are heartbreaking. Israel is denying them basic necessities like food, water, and electricity. Palestinian civilians are being killed, and it seems like no one is paying attention. Supporting Palestinians doesn't require being Muslim, just being human. The ongoing genocide in Palestine is being witnessed on TV, yet no action is being taken.

In Israel, babies wake up peacefully, sleep soundly, and play with their pets. However, in Gaza, babies wake up to a different reality, sleep in difficult conditions, and children have a strained relationship with their mothers. In just 7 days, Israeli occupation forces have caused immense destruction, resulting in the deaths of 2,750 Palestinian civilians, including over 700 babies, children, and infants. Israel is accused of paying large sums to manipulate news and hide the truth about Hamas' actions towards Israeli children. The evidence presented raises the question: which side will you support?

The speaker discusses the military option and its consequences, stating that deliberate choices have led to disproportionate casualties among Palestinians. They argue that there is a confusion between Hamas and all Palestinians, and that the bombings have caused irreparable damage. The speaker estimates that there have been between 20,000 and 30,000 Palestinian deaths, with four times as many injured. They describe the situation as a carnage and emphasize the disproportionate nature of the conflict. Another speaker counters by mentioning the Israeli army's efforts to protect civilians and secure humanitarian corridors. The first speaker dismisses these claims, highlighting the desperation and helplessness of Palestinians in the face of bombings. Experts interviewed agree that this is one of the worst bombardments of the 21st century.

An average 16-year-old Palestinian has experienced a lifetime of violence and conflict. From birth, they have endured an Israeli blockade and deadly assaults. At age 5, they survived an 8-day assault that claimed many lives. At 7, they witnessed a 50-day Israeli onslaught resulting in numerous Palestinian casualties. As a young teenager, they saw the aftermath of Israeli attacks that lasted 11 days. Now, at 16, they are living through what is described as a genocidal war, with over 16,248 people killed, including more than 7,112 children.

A television camera captures footage revealing that the Israeli army has been ordered to strike and break the bones of those throwing stones. The Israeli army is claimed to be the most moral in the world, unlikely to harm journalists or civilians. However, the Israeli response has led to the displacement of over 187,000 people, with nearly 800 deaths, including many children. The UN has declared the total blockade of the Palestinian enclave to be a violation of international humanitarian law. Amnesty International accuses Israel of committing war crimes, with at least 135 civilian deaths on the first day alone. The French government has condemned these heinous acts. Unfortunately, there will be collateral victims.

In Gaza, the death toll has surpassed 1,000 in just 5 days, with many children among the victims. Israel claims to be targeting Hamas leaders, but the cost is high. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has imposed a complete blockade on Gaza, worsening the suffering of the 2 million people living there. Over half of them are children who had no involvement in Hamas' actions. Despite being urged to evacuate, residents are trapped with no way out. The situation is described as genocide, with the intense sorrow causing physical collapse. The future remains uncertain for the people of Gaza.

Israel's actions in the conflict have raised questions about humanity. Despite recognizing one atrocity as wrong, people seem to turn a blind eye as more lives are lost and communities destroyed. The sheer number of bombs dropped by Israel is alarming.

The official death toll of 37,000 in Gaza is inaccurate because it excludes those not treated in hospitals, unidentified bodies, and those buried by families. The destruction of the healthcare system and the killing of healthcare workers have severely diminished the capacity to record deaths. The count excludes deaths from lack of medication, rampant diseases due to destroyed sanitation, post-injury infections, and starvation, especially among vulnerable groups. Missing persons, including those under rubble or allegedly kidnapped by Israel, are also not included. There are claims that some children are being trafficked and that organs are being stolen, referencing past admissions of organ harvesting by Israeli doctors. Accounting for these factors, the actual death toll is estimated to be between 193,000 and 514,000. Israel's actions are described as a long-held plan to colonize Gaza, remove its population, and exploit its resources, including gas and oil fields. The siege imposed in 2006 aimed to starve the population.

Palestinian genocide is being disguised as Israel's self-defense, but it's truly about real estate and ethnic cleansing. Similarly, the Iraq war was falsely portrayed as fighting terrorism, when it was primarily driven by oil and money. It's crucial not to be on the wrong side of history. While every country has the right to defend itself, starving and bombing 2,000,000 people is not defense; it's a massacre. Let's spread the truth and support Gaza by donating for humanitarian relief.

In Israel, babies wake up peacefully, sleep soundly, and play with their pets. However, in Gaza, babies wake up to a different reality, sleep under difficult conditions, and children have a strained relationship with their mothers. In just 7 days, Israeli occupation forces have caused immense destruction, resulting in the deaths of 2,750 Palestinian civilians, including over 700 babies, children, and infants. Israel allegedly pays a significant amount of money to manipulate global news, brands, and celebrities to hide the truth about Hamas' actions towards Israeli children. The speaker presents this evidence and asks the audience to choose a side.

"Palestinians in Gaza now make up eighty percent of all the people facing famine or catastrophic hunger worldwide according to the UN." "Every person in Gaza is hungry." "A quarter of the population are starving and struggling to find food and drinkable water." "Famine is imminent." "The three hundred and thirty five thousand children under the age of five are at high risk of malnutrition." "The some fifty thousand pregnant women lack health care and adequate nutrition." "Infants are dying in droves." "Palestine had ceased to exist." "The Palestinians are being forced to choose between death from bombs, disease, exposure, or starvation, or being driven from their homeland." "There will soon reach a point where death will be so ubiquitous that deportation for those who want to live will be the only option." "Israel is lobbying countries in Latin America and Africa to accept Palestinian refugees."

Evidence shows a significant disparity in media coverage of Israeli versus Palestinian deaths. Data journalists Dana Najjar and Jan Litava found that mentions of Palestinian deaths spiked in early April, primarily due to an Israeli drone strike on a convoy of the NGO World Central Kitchen, which killed six Western aid workers and one Palestinian driver, Safedidin Abu Taha. The attack garnered extensive Western media attention, but Abu Taha was often referred to only in relation to the Western victims, leading to a surge in mentions of Palestinian deaths without proper recognition of his identity. This incident highlights the chilling reasons behind the unequal coverage.

Israeli political and military leaders have made statements that could be interpreted as genocidal towards Gaza. There is a link between these statements and the actions on the ground, with Israeli military actions likely constituting war crimes due to the disproportionate number of civilian casualties. The IDF spokesperson himself admitted that 2 out of 3 people killed are civilians, meaning around 12,000 civilians, mostly women and children, have been killed. This indicates evidence of a dangerous situation that could potentially lead to genocide in Gaza.

15,000 Palestinians killed in Israeli airstrikes, mostly women and children. No reports of Israeli soldiers raping Palestinian women.

- On October 7, approximately 1,200 people were killed, with about 400 combatants and 800 civilians, according to the speaker who bases this on authoritative human rights reports (UN HRC Commission of Inquiry, Amnesty International, Human Rights Watch). He notes that these organizations do not have perfect records but argues there is no compelling evidence that contradicts Hamas and other armed groups in Gaza being responsible for the majority of deaths, while there is no evidence that Israeli actions within Israel constituted a significant share of the total deaths. - The speaker contends there is no credible evidence of weaponized rape by Hamas on October 7. He discusses the UN Commission of Inquiry’s distinction between rape and sexual violence, and Pamela Patton’s report, which he says concluded there was no direct digital or photographic evidence of sexual violence on October 7, despite reviewing thousands of photographs and hundreds of hours of digital evidence. He argues the rape claim relies on assertions by observers and advocates rather than verifiable forensic or photographic proof. - Eyewitness testimony is challenged as being part of a pattern that could promote a narrative of Israeli moral exceptionalism; the speaker asserts that some eyewitness accounts “tell you Israel is the most moral army in the world” and notes that many such testimonies come from sources described as biased, with Israeli soldiers often embedded in a siege mentality. He suggests that Israeli society, with a citizen army and strong military culture, may have incentives to shape or repeat certain stories. - The speaker discusses Hamas’s planning and motives in the years leading to October 7, describing Gaza as an “inferno under the Israeli occupation.” He cites early 2000s characterizations of Gaza as a concentration camp by Israeli officials and UN/Human Rights reports, and notes the blockade and economic collapse. He explains that in 2023, Gaza was described by The Economist as a “rubber sheep” and by others as a toxic dump, with extremely high unemployment (60% of youth) and a deteriorating social fabric. The anticipated end of Gaza’s struggle was seen when Saudi Arabia joined the Abraham Accords, leading the speaker to say Gaza’s fate was sealed. - The discussion on Hamas’s shift to violence notes Hamas had previously tried diplomacy, international law (including cooperation with human rights organizations after Operation Cast Lead and Operation Protective Edge), and even nonviolent strategies like the Great March of Return (endorsed by Hamas). The UN report on the March of Return found demonstrators overwhelmingly nonviolent, while Israel was accused of targeting civilians. The speaker argues Hamas pursued multiple avenues but faced a harsh blockade and a failing prospect of improvement. - Regarding the broader regional context, the speaker asserts that the West Bank and Gaza have different trajectories; Egypt and Jordan are seen as neutralizing or stabilizing forces, while the West Bank’s situation is contrasted with Gaza’s harsher conditions. He argues that the goal in places like Egypt is to neutralize, whereas Israel’s policy toward Gaza is described as cleansing or subjugation, a distinction he says differentiates regional dynamics. - The speaker critiques the UN Security Council’s handling of Gaza, describing a 2023 resolution (UNSC Resolution 2803) that endorses the Trump peace plan and creates a “board of peace” with sovereign powers in Gaza, headed by Donald Trump, and notes that no external body supervises this board beyond a quarterly report to the Security Council. He claims this arrangement renders Gaza effectively under a transitional administration, with reconstruction timelines alarmingly long (fifty to eighty years to rebuild) and a minimal chance of Israel withdrawing from the green zone. - He argues that after October 7, the board’s governance path, the Trump plan, and Arab states’ support for the resolution collectively resulted in Gaza’s “death warrant,” with reconstruction hampered by deliberate destruction and political arrangements that preclude meaningful self-determination or statehood for Gaza. - On international reactions, the speaker notes varying support for Gaza among Arab nations and emphasizes that some regional actors (including Turkey, Egypt, Qatar, and others) endorsed handing Gaza to Trump; he accuses these states of compromising Gaza’s future for broader geopolitical aims and accuses several of “slavery and subservience” to such outcomes. - The concluding portion covers Gaza’s future: the speaker reiterates that Gaza has effectively been made unlivable, with rubble and toxic contamination delaying any reconstruction for decades, and he maintains that the path to a two-state solution remains contested, with the Trump-led framework limiting Palestinian rights and self-determination. He indicates he has just completed a book on UN corruption and the Security Council’s role in Gaza, titled Gaza’s Gravediggers, and suggests that the UN declaration of war on Gaza nullifies international law regarding self-determination.

Speaker 0 asks the total number of civilians killed. Speaker 1: "the estimate currently is that there is something in in the realm of one terrorist killed, and in that context, two civilians killed. So that's a very, very low rate." Speaker 0: "Thousand civilians have been killed?" Speaker 1: "Those would be the estimates." Speaker 1 later notes: "there's absolutely no differentiation between terrorists who have been killed and civilians who" and adds "the Gaza Health Ministry, which is Hamas run"—"these are estimates. Nobody knows with any certainty." Speaker 1: "It's approximately two civilians per enemy combatant. Okay." Speaker 0: "So in other words, 60,000 civilians have been killed. Is that what you're saying?" Speaker 1: "Two civilians to one terrorist."

In Gaza, there is a genocide with 12,000 children killed, while 30 Israeli children were also killed. 30,000 Palestinian civilians and 72,000 people were killed or injured. Israel is also causing starvation by blocking food supplies. This is genocide, collective punishment, and ethnic cleansing, with 70% of homes destroyed and hospitals damaged.

Our children write their names on their palms to be recognized amidst the bombings. Mass graves are dug for the identified and unidentified. Women clean their burns with regular soap due to a shortage of antiseptics. Rescue teams eat bread covered in blood to sustain themselves. Paramedics are killed while saving lives. Elders search for water under the rubble. Families are denied the right to mourn. The world's dehumanizing language and policy of collective punishment and indiscriminate killing by an occupying power cannot be justified. In 2023, how can such brutality and injustice be sustained? Defending a rules-based order loses meaning when the rules change based on the identity of the perpetrators or victims. Unhinged racism considers us less human and devalues Palestinian lives. The worst is yet to come. We urgently call for an end to the massacres and the prevention of further madness in Gaza and Palestine.