Far-Right Israeli Minister Demands Shooting Palestinian Children
The Young TurksOctober 27, 202513 min40,617 views
24 connectionsΒ·35 entities in this videoβ"Yellow Line" and Proposed Shootings
- π― Israel has established a "Yellow Line" in Gaza, with reports indicating it controls over half the territory.
- β οΈ Far-right National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir reportedly demanded that any Palestinian, including children, approaching this line should be shot.
- π£οΈ This directive was reportedly made during a cabinet meeting, with the deputy chief of staff stating the army fires on adults but not children or donkeys.
Disagreement and Defense Minister's Stance
- π« Some government members expressed disagreement, with the Minister of Agriculture suggesting they don't need to immediately shoot everyone approaching the fence.
- π‘οΈ Defense Minister Israel Katz stated that anyone approaching the fence should know they will be harmed, aligning with Ben Gvir's sentiment.
- π¬ The discussion highlights a stark contrast between calls for mercy and a hardened stance on approaching the designated boundary.
International and Political Reactions
- π The hosts express horror at the statements, calling them a continuation of the status quo and a "pure unadulterated call" for violence.
- π£οΈ They urge Donald Trump to use his influence to condemn such actions, suggesting he could cut off funding if innocent children are shot.
- π The discussion notes that Trump has not historically used his power for moral stands, suggesting he is unlikely to intervene to save lives.
Expansion of Control and Civilian Casualties
- πΊοΈ It's revealed that Israel has placed boundary markers hundreds of meters deeper into Gaza than officially mapped, effectively stealing more territory.
- π Reports indicate civilians, including women and children, have been killed well beyond the designated boundary line.
- β The ambiguity of the line in many places is questioned, potentially providing plausible deniability for lethal actions.
Brave Individuals Resisting Israeli Policy
- β The segment highlights the bravery of individuals like 19-year-old Daniel Schultz, who is refusing to join the IDF due to his opposition to Israeli policy.
- π± Schultz's experience in a mixed Israeli-Palestinian school opened his eyes to the oppression faced by Palestinian classmates.
- π Other individuals, including Jennifer Pearlman, Senator Bernie Sanders, and activists like Mud Dear Benjamin and Christian Smalls, are mentioned for their continued stands against injustice and for human rights.
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