Episode #053: Iraq the Vote
The US officially opened its new embassy in Jerusalem, which led to protests that saw at least 60 Palestinians killed by Israeli forces. Phil and Cooper discuss the ramifications of the embassy move, as well as the history of the Nakba. Also, Iraq had elections and the results might change the country’s political landscape. 04:06 - US opens Jerusalem embassy amid Gaza bloodshed (Bryant Harris) 04:06 - Palestinians struggle to preserve memories in younger generation (Tessa Fox) 13:35 - Iraqi election results shock political class (Ali Mamouri) 13:35 - Iranian media react to populist cleric's victory in Iraq elections (Al-Monitor Staff) Music: Rida - Neseet El Nom (iTunes | Spotify | YouTube)
The US officially opened its new embassy in Jerusalem, which led to protests that saw at least 60 Palestinians killed by Israeli forces. Phil and Cooper discuss the ramifications of the embassy move, as well as the history of the Nakba. Also, Iraq had elections and the results might change the country’s political landscape.
- 04:06 - US opens Jerusalem embassy amid Gaza bloodshed (Bryant Harris)
- 04:06 - Palestinians struggle to preserve memories in younger generation (Tessa Fox)
- 13:35 - Iraqi election results shock political class (Ali Mamouri)
- 13:35 - Iranian media react to populist cleric's victory in Iraq elections (Al-Monitor Staff)