[Exclusive] Yoav Gallant - Harsh Truths About Hamas, Gaza & the West | Former Israeli Defence Minister Yoav

By Jake Wallis Simons & Andrew Fox

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In this episode of The Brink, we sat down with General Yoav Gallant, former Israeli Defence Minister during October 7th and the first year of the war, to discuss the future of Gaza, Britain’s stance under Keir Starmer, and the survival of Israel in the face of unprecedented threats. Gallant reflects on the horror of October 7th, the necessity of military force to bring hostages home, and why he believes leaders must act with strength rather than politics. We explore his “bubble programme” for Gaza’s future governance, the double standards Israel faces in the international arena, and his personal story as the son of Holocaust survivors who has dedicated his life to the principle of “Never Again.” We also discuss Britain’s role, the tension between values and interests, and what a long war with Hamas will mean for the Middle East and the West. This is a rare and candid conversation with one of Israel’s most senior military and political figures about war, survival, and the hard lessons of leadership in a time of crisis.

A great episode

Topics: Gaza, Hamas