Palestine This Week Middle East Monitor

The bodies of more than 280 Palestinians have been found in a mass grave in the grounds of Nasser Hospital in Gaza, most too decomposed  to be identified. With proof of Israel's war crimes once again coming to light, will the US use its powers to protect the occupation state at the ICC? Watch this week's episode as host Nasim Ahmed discusses what measures America can take to help Israel get away with its abuses. 



This week’s podcast sheds light on the horrifying discovery of mass graves in Gaza, containing more than 280 bodies at the Nasser Hospital in Khan Younis. Beginning with news of Israel’s failure to provide any evidence linking 12 UNRWA staff to the 7 October attack, the discussion explores the potential impact of arrest warrants being issued against Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and the occupation army by the International Criminal Court (ICC). 
Host Nasim Ahmed and regular guest Mouin Rabbani discuss the "emergency meeting" held at the Prime Minister's Office to fend off these warrants and the implications of the American Service-Members' Protection Act, a US law that authorises the president to use all means necessary to secure the release of any person from the ICC. Could the US use its leverage yet again to shield Israel from accountability?
Other topics covered in this thought-provoking episode include Hamas's readiness to dissolve its military wing if a Palestinian state is established on the 1967 borders, the recent US veto at the UN, Israel's response to Iran's rocket attack, the US imposing sanctions on Israeli military units, and the intense protests at Columbia University. 


Tune in to MEMO's weekly review for an in-depth analysis of these critical issues and their impact on the region and the world.

 How has Iran's retaliatory strike on Israel changed dynamics in the Middle East and has it done more to help Tel Aviv's standing on an international stage than show Tehran's military might? This week's episode looks at the implications of the manoeuvre and Jordan's defence of Israel.




In this week's MEMO review show Nasim Ahmed and his regular guest Mouin Rabbani delve into the latest developments in the Middle East, focusing on Iran's retaliatory attack against Israel and its far-reaching implications. This episode offers a thought-provoking analysis of the complex geopolitical situation, exploring the motives behind Iran's decision to strike directly from its territory and the potential consequences of this move.

As the discussion unfolds, Ahmed and Rabbani examine the international community's response to the escalating tensions, questioning the wisdom behind the US, UK and France in opposing a UN Security Council resolution condemning Israel's attack on Iran's consular building in Damascus earlier this month. They also consider the possibility that Iran's retaliation may have played into Israel's hands, shifting focus away from the atrocities in Gaza and providing Benjamin Netanyahu with the confrontation he has long sought.

With the looming threat of a wider regional conflict, this episode explores the delicate balance of power in the Middle East and the potential for further escalation. Ahmed and Rabbani assess the positions of key players such as the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Egypt, China and Russia, while also examining Jordan's involvement in Israel's defence. Tune in for an insightful and engaging discussion that sheds light on the complexities of the current crisis and its potential impact on the future of the Middle East.

 

 The use of the 'Lavender' system to identify alleged Hamas targets in Gaza has led to tens of thousands of Palestinian civilians being killed in air strikes. Is Israel's military technology fit for purpose? Or does accuracy not matter when its real intention is the ethnic cleansing of Gaza? Join Palestine this Week host Nasim Ahmed as he discusses this and over events unfolding in Palestine.


In the latest episode of MEMO's weekly review, we speak with our guest Mouin Rabbani about Israel’s ongoing military operation in Gaza, which has now reached its sixth month. With over 33,000 Palestinians killed and more than 70 per cent of Gaza's infrastructure destroyed, we discussed the genocidal nature of Israel's assault and the factors contributing to its prolonged duration. We also delved into the recent killing of seven - mainly foreign - aid workers and its fallout, the Israeli occupation army's withdrawal from Khan Yunis in the southern Gaza Strip and the speculation surrounding this decision.

The episode examines the terrifying world of military AI, specifically the "Lavender" system used by Israel to generate targets for assassination. We discussed the potential implications of this technology and its likely appeal to brutal regimes around the world. Additionally, we touched upon the bombing of the Iranian embassy in Damascus, the US opposition to recognising a Palestinian state within the UN framework, and the unprecedented backlash amongst Israel's key allies following the killing of the foreign aid workers. Lastly, we analysed President Biden's ultimatum to Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and whether the apparent disagreement between the two leaders is merely a difference in tactics rather than overall strategy.

Tel Aviv's latest war strategy is the creation of areas in which any person present is considered a 'terrorist' and regarded a 'legitimate' target, including children, toddlers and women. 


Tune in to this week's episode of MEMO's weekly review with host Nasim Ahmed and guest Mouin Rabbani as they delve into the shocking revelation about Israel's 'kill zones', where unarmed Palestinian civilians are mercilessly targeted and killed. The deepening humanitarian crises has led to the breakdown of civil order, leaving a power vacuum that Israel seeks to exploit by arming local clans to create an alternative to Hamas rule. Can this really solve the problem of what comes after the bombing campaign?


Despite the international community's condemnation and demands for a ceasefire, Israel remains undeterred in its relentless assault on Gaza. The deputy chief of Hamas, has asserted that Israel has failed to achieve its objectives. Is he right and is Israel beginning to realise that it will not be able to dismantle the group? We also discuss ongoing US arms supplies to Israel, potentially emboldening further attacks on Lebanon, while the UK government's lawyers confirm that Israel is violating international law.


Join Nasim Ahmed and Mouin Rabbani as they analyse these critical developments and more, including the US's quiet reversal of sanctions on violent settlers and the implications of the ICJ's modified provisional measures.

As Israel blocks UNRWA aid deliveries to northern Gaza, it is not only bombing Palestinians there, but also starving them to death. Are its policies in the enclave now, finally, bringing about a change in the international community's response to its crimes?
There has been a lot of change in global politics with regards Gaza over the past week; the UN Security Council voted in favour of a ceasefire during Ramadan, the UK foreign secretary has accused Israel of hindering the flow of aid into Gaza and Canada has announced the suspension of arms transfers to Israel.
Is Israel losing the support of its traditional allies? And does this mean an end to its brutal bombing campaign in Gaza is in sight? And will Palestinians - especially those in the north of the enclave - finally be provided humanitarian aid to end the man-made famine which they are enduring as a result of Israel’s closures?
Join MEMO’s weekly review show with host Nasim Ahmed and guest Mouin Rabbani to unpack events.

Palestine This Week raises critical questions about the future of liberal democracy in the Anglosphere as governments grapple with the growing groundswell of support for Palestine and the increasing perception of Israel as a pariah state

In this week’s episode of MEMO's weekly review, host Nasim Ahmed and guest Mouin Rabbani delve into the growing trend of governments across the Anglosphere abandoning their liberal democratic principles in favour of authoritarian measures to defend Israel. The discussion covers a range of pressing issues, including Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s announcement of an impending invasion of Rafah, the debate over whether Israel is deliberately starving Gaza, the US sanctions on Israeli settlers and the growing efforts to crack down on pro-Palestine activism in the US and UK.

Rabbani provides insightful commentary on the significance of Senator Chuck Schumer’s description of Israel as a 'pariah state' and the potential motivations behind the push to ban TikTok in the US, which has seen a surge in pro-Palestine content. The conversation also touches upon the controversial new definition of extremism introduced by the UK’s Tory government, which critics argue is another step towards authoritarianism and is likely to target pro-Palestine groups while ignoring Jewish supremacist ideologies.