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Ehud Olmert on Israel's Catastrophic War in Gaza

Former Israeli Prime Minister Ehud Olmert sharply criticizes the current government's handling of the war in Gaza, calling it a "war of devastation" driven by political survival rather than national interest. He discusses the humanitarian crisis, the lack of a plan for the future of Gaza, and the extremist vision of annexing territories and expelling Palestinians. Despite widespread skepticism, Olmert argues that a two-state solution remains the only viable path, highlighting the dangers of continued occupation and calling for courageous leadership willing to make painful concessions.

Jun 11, 2025•1 hr 14 min

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