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Benjamin Netanyahu on the Future of Gaza : Consider This from NPR (www.npr.org)

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In an interview with NPR's Steve Inskeep, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu often referred to post-WW II Germany as a possible road map for what he called the "de-militarizing" and "de-radicalizing" of Gaza. Netanyahu said Gaza needs a new 'civilian government,' but won't say who. NPR National Security Correspondent Greg Myre parses what Netanyahu said in a conversation with co-host Ari Shapiro.

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[–] [email protected] 2 points 11 months ago (3 children)

I could be wrong, but I thought Hamas installed by Iran?

If so, I would think a civilian election would only include Palestinian citizens.

If Bibi's stance is sincere... well
that seems like a1st best case scenario in this whole debacle.

[–] [email protected] 3 points 11 months ago

My understanding is they are supported by Iran, not Iranian nationals. I suppose they could simply disqualify any Hamas members, Palestinian or not, but it doesn't solve the problem if Hamas is simply replaced by a different pro-intifada government.

Bibi is so unpopular, I expect a change in leadership soon, perhaps his replacement will prefer a different approach.

[–] [email protected] 3 points 11 months ago* (last edited 11 months ago)

I know this seems weird but actually Netanyahu used to support Hamas as a sort of "divide and conquer" tactic to prevent Palestine from remaining united under a single leadership.

Here's a more detailed discussion of why Netanyahu and the political right in Israel encouraged Hamas for so long.