The Dangerous Rise of Israeli Ultra-Nationalists | Decade of Hate
VICE
11 min, 43 sec
The video discusses the escalation of violence in Israel and the occupied Palestinian territories, the influence of far-right ultra-nationalist movements, and the political shifts impacting Israeli democracy.
Summary
- Protests in Jerusalem and the deadliest violence in over a decade mark rising tensions between Palestinians and Israelis.
- The East Jerusalem neighborhood of Sheikh Girard is a focal point of conflict with allegations of illegal evictions of Palestinians for Jewish settlers.
- An Israeli Parliament member, now Minister of National Security, threatened Palestinian protesters with a gun, signifying the far-right's leap into power.
- The rise of ultra-nationalist groups like Lahava, which oppose cultural mixing and promote Jewish supremacism, is concerning for Israeli democracy.
- Violence in the West Bank is exacerbated by settler attacks and the perceived leniency of Israeli security forces towards these settlers.
- Political figures with extremist views and convictions, such as Itamar Ben-Gvir, have gained significant power, causing alarm over the state of democracy and minority rights in Israel.
Chapter 1
The video begins by highlighting the protests in Jerusalem, escalating violence, and the deadliest year in over a decade for Israel and the Palestinian territories.
- Palestinians protested at Damascus gate closure while Jewish extremists marched, chanting hateful slogans.
- Violence increased in 2023 with 80 Palestinians and 14 Israelis killed in three months.
- Sheikh Girard neighborhood is a contentious site with allegations of Palestinians being evicted for Jewish settlers.
Chapter 2
The video discusses the influence of far-right ultra-nationalist politics in Israel, exemplified by Itamar Ben-Gvir's rise to power.
- Itamar Ben-Gvir, a far-right figure, threatened Palestinian protesters with a gun and has been named Israel's Minister of National Security.
- This event highlights how ultra-nationalist politics have transitioned from street conflicts to the halls of power.
Chapter 3
The video examines the emergence of Jewish ultra-nationalist groups like Lahava and their impact on Israeli society.
- Lahava, a Jewish supremacist group, gained notoriety through protests and escalating violence within Israel.
- The group, primarily consisting of young Israelis, draws inspiration from the legacy of ultra-nationalist leaders like Meir Kahane.
Chapter 4
The video addresses the rise in violence between Palestinians and militant Israeli settlers in the West Bank.
- Violence has surged in the West Bank between Palestinians and Israeli settlers.
- Israeli security services are often accused of not preventing settler violence and even shielding perpetrators.
Chapter 5
The video discusses the political climate in Israel and the return of Benjamin Netanyahu to power.
- Netanyahu's return to power, despite corruption charges, was facilitated by political deals with ultra-nationalist parties.
- Netanyahu's coalition, including Itamar Ben-Gvir, has prompted concerns for Israeli democracy and minority rights.
Chapter 6
The video highlights mass protests in Israel against Netanyahu's plans to overhaul the judicial system.
- Mass protests have erupted over plans to limit the Supreme Court's power, seen as an attack on Israeli democracy.
- Netanyahu's coalition has been pressured to back away from these plans, but the situation remains volatile.
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