Why did Netanyahu resume the war in Gaza?

Published Mar 18, 2025, 5:30 PM

Benjamin Netanyahu refused to implement phase two of a ceasefire, already agreed with Hamas. Now Israel's prime minister has resumed air strikes on Gaza, killing hundreds of people. But can he achieve his goals through war? And what role do his domestic problems play in these renewed attacks?

In this episode: 

  • Mustafa Barghouti, Secretary General of the Palestinian National Initiative

  • Scott Lucas, Professor of US and International Politics at University College Dublin

  • Daniel Levy, President of the US / Middle East Project and a former Israeli government adviser

Host: James Bays

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