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Fathi Nimer, a policy fellow at Al-Shabaka, described the movement as one that “translates into absolute unquestioning support for the Israeli regime”. He described hearing a podcast about a Christian Zionist woman visiting Bethlehem who, after seeing the separation wall, Israeli soldiers and the harsh conditions in Palestinian refugee camps, remarked: “I feel bad for them, but scripture is scripture.”

Fathi Nimer said it was unclear whether the interim constitution would be implemented or abided by. “Basic Law and the new interim constitution cover freedom of expression, protest and elections – but those have not been adhered to by the PA, which has been acting in negligence of Basic Law,” Mr Nimer said.

“Swept under the rug with no consequences.” Despite condemnation of Israeli moves tightening its grip on the occupied West Bank, observers like Fathi Nimer say they don’t expect the countries stating their opposition to actually do anything.

Derek and Danny are joined by Tariq Kenney-Shawa from Al-Shabaka for an update on conditions in Gaza and a discussion of Jared Kushner’s proposed “reconstruction” plan.

Despite ‘ceasefire’, the health sector in Gaza continues to suffer from shortages, destruction and lack of equipment.

In this Eon Podcast episode, Tareq Baconi discusses his newly written memoir, the strategy behind the attack of October 7th, why he thinks that this is our existential crises, the emergence of multipolar world, and more.

As the Rafah border crossing is set to reopen, analysts warn that restrictions on exit and return could entrench long-term displacement in Gaza.

Kushner is pitching a “new,” gleaming resort hub. But scratch the surface, and you find nothing less than a blueprint for ethnic cleansing.

The last Israeli captive's body found in Gaza - where many thousands of Palestinians lie buried under rubble. Israel - as part of its long-standing policy - has not returned the remains of many hundreds of Palestinians. Why - and what's the impact?