The David Hunter Perspective - 2023-10-25

Read on for today's agenda below prepared by David (thank you very much). - Retired US Diplomat to 5 different nations  David Hunter shares his knowledge, passion, interest, and experience.

1)China Proposes A Cease Fire in War in Gaza: China last week formally proposed at United Nations security council meeting a 'humanitarian cease fire' in Israel's war with Hamas. This as Israel's bombing has killed almost 5,000 innocent Palestine civilians since Oct 7th. But the US vetoed China's proposal --- and is only favoring a 'humanitarian aid corridor' to bring in much needed medical supplies, food, water and perhaps fuel to run generators. What is going on?

2)Humanitarian Aid to Gaza Finally Allowed---Will It Make Any Difference?: The first 60 truckloads of aid have started entering from Egypt into Gaza. But this represents 1% of what is actually needed for 2.3 million residents of Gaza. The Israeli 'siege' of Gaza has created life threatening shortages, of food, water, gas, electricity, etc. Can this siege be justified as a 'defense of Israel'?

3)What Kind of Military Support Is Biden Giving Israel?: In his recent speech at Oval Office, President Biden proposed expanding US assistance to Israel by $14 billion. About $10 billion is in military supplies. What type of military equipment is being sent?

4)What Are The Risks of an Expanded Middle East Conflict?:The Israeli Army just used F15 jets to bomb West Bank Refugee Camps for first time in decades. They are also attacking Hezbollah fighters in Southern Lebanon. And Syria and Yemen fighters are attacking US military bases in the region. Will this lead to a wider conflict, drawing US directly into the battle?