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Gaza Offensive: Civilian Fallout And Global Implications

Amin Saikal, Emeritus Professor of Middle Eastern and Central Asian Studies, The Australian National University

07-May-25 07:45

Gaza Offensive: Civilian Fallout And Global Implications

On May 5th, Israel expanded ground operations in southern Gaza and introduced a new aid plan, triggering backlash from humanitarian groups. As civilian tolls rise, Netanyahu faces pressure at home and abroad—despite U.S. backing. How could this shift Israel’s diplomatic standing? For more insights, we speak with Amin Saikal, Emeritus Professor of Middle Eastern and Central Asian Studies at The Australian National University.

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Produced by: Aisalli Ayub

Presented by: Shazana Mokhtar, Keith Kam, Aisalli Ayub


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Categories:  politicsgovernmentinternationalLaw/Activismcontroversies

Tags:  aid blockadegazapalestineisraelgenocideethnic cleansing





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