Gideon Levy on Israel’s “Moral Blindness”

The episode titled “Gideon Levy on Israel’s ‘Moral Blindness’: Gaza Babies Freeze; Strikes Kill Medical Staff, Reporters,” features journalist Gidon Levy discussing the troubling moral implications of Israel’s military actions in Gaza. Reports corroborated by The New York Times reveal that on October 7, 2023, Israel relaxed its military protocols, allowing soldiers to target militants even when civilians are present. This shift has resulted in significant casualties, including the deaths of five journalists clearly identified as press and infants succumbing to freezing temperatures. Levy argues that the rampant violence serves no purpose other than mass killing, drawing disturbing parallels to the themes of dehumanization presented in Jonathan Glaser’s film “Zone of Interest.” He emphasizes the stark contrast between the suffering endured by Palestinians in Gaza and the leisure facilities afforded to Israeli soldiers. The episode also touches on the irony of Israeli leaders facing war crime charges, which prevent them from attending Holocaust memorials, highlighting the profound moral and societal damage inflicted by the ongoing conflict.