Is the collapse of the Israeli state coming? Dr. Shir Hever

In this episode of The Source, we interview independent journalist and economist Dr. Shir Hever on the latest developments in Israel and Gaza. We begin the interview by examining the motivations behind the expansion of the Israeli military operation into the West Bank in Jenin and Tulkarem. We then talk about the domestic political situation in Israel, which includes the large-scale protests demanding a hostage deal as well as the internal tensions and pressures developing within the state that could lead to its collapse. Finally, we examine the state of German arms exports to Israel, in particular why they have declined since the start of Israel's war.

ABOUT DR. SHIR HEVER: Dr. Shir Hever is an independent economic researcher and journalist. He writes articles and research for various venues and gives lectures in political and academic venues. He is the author of The Privatisation of Israeli Security (Pluto, 2017) and The Political Economy of Israel’s Occupation (Pluto, 2010). He is currently the military embargo coordinator of the BNC (Boycott National Committee) of the BDS movement.