Israel and the erasure of Gaza | Palestine This Week with Mouin Rabbani

As Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's popularity rises following his attacks on Lebanon, Yemen and Syria, is he expanding the war to stay in power or is the Zionist dream of Greater Israel becoming a reality? In the latest episode of Palestine This Week, host Nasim Ahmed and guest Mouin Rabbani provide a detailed analysis of the first anniversary of Israel's genocidal campaign in Gaza. The pair examine the humanitarian crisis, exploring its historical context within Israel's long-standing policies towards Palestinians and its implications for regional stability. Rabbani offers expert insights into the staggering human cost of the campaign, including the estimated 118,908 casualties – a shocking 5.4% of Gaza's population – and the creation of 18,000 orphans. The conversation then broadens to explore wider geopolitical ramifications, including Iran's recent demonstration of precision strike capabilities, and the role of the US in supporting Israel despite early warnings that it is potentially committing war crimes. After a year of intense military operations, the apartheid state is yet to find peace and security. Why is that the case? And will the continuation of this campaign bring Israel closer to its objectives? The episode concludes with an examination of recent political developments, focusing on Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's improved standing in Israeli polls. This surge in popularity follows his decision to escalate the conflict beyond Gaza into Yemen, Syria and Lebanon – actions that have resulted in the displacement of over 1.2 million people due to Israeli bombings. Nasim and Mouin challenge the prevailing Western narrative that attributes regional instability primarily to Netanyahu's leadership, posing the critical question: Is the root cause of the ongoing conflict the Israeli prime minister himself, or does it lie deeper within the foundational tenets of Zionism?