The Tragic Situation in Gaza: An Interview with Mark Regev

Mark Regev emphasizes the military pressure on Hamas and the goal of rescuing the hostages.

Regev refutes claims that Israeli actions are war crimes and highlights Hamas's use of human shields.

Regev argues that Israel is fighting to protect its citizens and dismantle Hamas's control.

He discusses the role of the media in shaping public opinion and accuses Hamas of controlling the information coming out of Gaza.

Regev acknowledges the mistakes made by the Israeli government and military but argues that they are different from deliberate Hamas propaganda.

Is there a possibility for a ceasefire and the release of the hostages?

—Regev explains that the military pressure on Hamas may force them to consider a temporary ceasefire and the release of hostages.

Has the Israeli government made any mistakes in handling the conflict?

—Regev acknowledges that mistakes have been made but emphasizes that Israel is fighting to protect its citizens and dismantle Hamas's control.

How does Israel determine the number of casualties in Gaza?

—Regev explains that Hamas's numbers are not independently verified and that Hamas deliberately exaggerates civilian casualties for propaganda purposes.

Does Israel deliberately target civilians?

—Regev emphasizes that Israel does not deliberately kill civilians and that Hamas intentionally hides among civilians, using them as human shields.

What is the ultimate goal of the Israeli military operation?

—Regev states that the goal is to protect Israeli citizens from terrorist attacks and to dismantle Hamas's control in Gaza.

00:00The interviewer introduces Mark Regev, senior advisor to Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, and mentions the tragic situation in Gaza.

01:09Regev discusses the hostage taking by Hamas and the goal of rescuing the hostages.

03:45Regev refutes claims that Israeli actions are war crimes and highlights Hamas's use of human shields.

06:44He argues that Israel is fighting to protect its citizens and dismantle Hamas's control.

08:29Regev discusses the role of the media in shaping public opinion and accuses Hamas of controlling the information coming out of Gaza.

10:22He acknowledges the mistakes made by the Israeli government and military but argues that they are different from deliberate Hamas propaganda.