189. Israel at War, Explained: Is Israel Adrift?

Jew Oughta Know by Jason Harris

Dec 1, 202400:24:25Religion & Spirituality

There’s a cease-fire in Lebanon but no path forward in Gaza, and this raises the question of Israel’s strategic direction. How come Israel can end the war with Hezbollah but not with Hamas?

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