In an interview with NPR’s Steve Inskeep, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu often referred to post-WW II Germany as a possible road map for what he called the “de-militarizing” and “de-radicalizing” of Gaza. Netanyahu said Gaza needs a new ‘civilian government,’ but won’t say who. NPR National Security Correspondent Greg Myre parses what Netanyahu said in a conversation with co-host Ari Shapiro.
I could be wrong, but I thought Hamas installed by Iran?
If so, I would think a civilian election would only include Palestinian citizens.
If Bibi’s stance is sincere… well
that seems like a1st best case scenario in this whole debacle.
I know this seems weird but actually Netanyahu used to support Hamas as a sort of “divide and conquer” tactic to prevent Palestine from remaining united under a single leadership.
Here’s a more detailed discussion of why Netanyahu and the political right in Israel encouraged Hamas for so long.
My understanding is they are supported by Iran, not Iranian nationals. I suppose they could simply disqualify any Hamas members, Palestinian or not, but it doesn’t solve the problem if Hamas is simply replaced by a different pro-intifada government.
Bibi is so unpopular, I expect a change in leadership soon, perhaps his replacement will prefer a different approach.
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