The David Hunter Perspective - 2024-05-08

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)Why Is Israel Banning Al Jazerra News?: Just this week, the Israeli government announced that it was banning the well known Qatar-based international news bureau, Al Jazerra. Israel is calling it a 'mouthpiece for Hamas' because it presents on-the-ground reporting from inside Gaza. Is this move evidence that Israel is trying to block viewers from knowing what is really happening in Gaza?

2)Should Palestinians in Gaza Be Moved to Sinai?: If Israel decides to invade Rafah, the last standing city in Gaza, should the 1.5 million Palestinian refugees living there be moved to the Sinai desert in Egypt for safety? If so, why hasn't Egypt agreed to this temporary move? By not doing so, does it allow Hamas to keep its 'human shield' as a defense strategy?

3)Are Nuclear Weapons Likely to Be Used In Next Few Years?: The US and USSR were the original possessors of nuclear weapons. During the 'Cold War', such weapons were a threat, but never used. More recently, new states like North Korea, India and Pakistan have obtained nuclear weapons. Are we at greater risk of their being used?

4)If Netanyahu Invades Rafah, What Will Biden Administration Do?: The Biden Administration has set a 'red line' that before Israel invades Rafah, it must first move 1.5 million civilians out of harms way. But yesterday, Israel Defense Force issued 'warnings' for immediate evacuation of parts of Eastern Rafah, suggesting it's invasion is about to begin. What could Biden do in response?