IDF Commander on University Protests, Hamas Ceasefire & Conditions in Gaza | Shahar Peled & Marc Beckman
In the midst of protests across the country, rumors of ceasefire, and unreliable reporting, it hard to know what it's really like in Gaza and Israel
Shahar Peled is an IDF Commander who was on the ground in Gaza days after October 7th. In this episode, Shahar shares his personal and professional life changes following the events of October 7th in Israel. Shahar recounts his experiences living near Lebanon, his active and reserve IDF service, and the profound impact of October 7th's terrorist attack on Israel, his fiancée, and fellow Israelis. He details his return to military duty, the challenges of fighting in Gaza, the strategies and humanitarian efforts of the IDF, and the realities of confronting Hamas and terrorism. Shahar also discusses the broader implications of antisemitism, the influence of radical Islam, and the international perception of Israel's defense actions. He advocates for peace and security in Israel, emphasizing the universal desire to live without fear of terror and the importance of understanding and critically assessing the situation beyond media portrayals.
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