Ep. 40. 116 Hostages. Fleur Hassan-Nahoum

In this episode of Standpoint, Gabe interviews Fleur Hassan-Nahoum, the former deputy mayor of Jerusalem, about the current situation in Israel. They discuss the ongoing conflict in Gaza, the tensions with Hezbollah in the North, and the political landscape in Israel. They also touch on the importance of civil discourse and the need for people to engage in conversations with those they disagree with. The conversation highlights the challenges Israel faces in dealing with terrorism and the difficult decisions that need to be made regarding hostage situations. They also discuss the role of the international community, particularly the United States, in addressing these conflicts. The conversation covers various topics related to Israel, including the possibility of war with Hezbollah, the role of the international community, the importance of the Abraham Accords, media bias against Israel, and the support for Israel among Christians. The conversation also touches on the influence of foreign funding on universities and the need for a free and unbiased press. The podcast host, Fleur, shares her experiences with biased media interviews and highlights the importance of telling the truth and standing up for what is right. Finally, they discuss the remaining 116 people being held hostage by Hamas.