Gaza Conflict: Two years on
Summary
Marking two years since the war in Gaza began, BBC correspondents recount their immediate reactions to the October 7th attacks and reflect on the profound, ongoing human cost in the Gaza Strip. The discussion delves into the conflict's deep historical roots, contrasting Israeli and Palestinian perspectives on its origins, and explores its wide-reaching regional and international implications, including diplomatic pressures and the humanitarian crisis. Panellists also address listener questions on media language, internal Palestinian views on Hamas, and the slim prospects for either a one-state or two-state solution, offering a sobering outlook on the conflict's future.Episode description
To mark two years of the war in Gaza, our correspondents bring you this special episode of the Global News Podcast from the BBC Bureau in Jerusalem. Jon Donnison is joined by our Gaza correspondent Rushdi Abualouf, our International Editor Jeremy Bowen, and our Middle East correspondent Yolande Knell. They discuss the history of the conflict, their memories of the October 7th attacks, and respond to questions from BBC World Service listeners. As talk of a potential ceasefire brokered by the US President Donald Trump and Israel’s Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu dominates the news agenda, we look back at the impact this war has had on people living in the Gaza Strip and Israel. The Global News Podcast brings you the breaking news you need to hear, as it happens. Listen for the latest headlines and current affairs from around the world. Politics, economics, climate, business, technology, health – we cover it all with expert analysis and insight. Get the news that matters, delivered twice a day on weekdays and daily at weekends, plus special bonus episodes reacting to urgent breaking stories. Follow or subscribe now and never miss a moment. Get in touch: globalpodcast@bbc.co.uk