Listen 0:00 / 0:00 − 1.0x + Default Ready The Middle East conflict escalated after Hamas attacked Israel on 7 October 2023, disrupting the region and prompting global reflection. The war has produced notable winners and losers. Let’s start with the losers. Main losers Israeli narrative For 77 years, Israel meticulously cultivated an image of victimhood, presenting itself as a beacon of liberal democracy and a staunch defender of human rights. Post-7 October, this carefully constructed façade has crumbled, and Israel’s reputation suffered irreparable damage. The world has borne witness to scenes of unimaginable annihilation, relentless bombardment, and the tragic killing of over 55,000 Palestinians, overwhelmingly children, women, and the elderly. Israel’s starvation policy, purportedly aimed at combating Hamas, has … Continue reading Winners and losers of the 7 October War