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Jan 2024
2h 22m

Lebanon vs. Zioimperialism w/ Ali Kadri ...

GUERRILLA HISTORY
About this episode

In this critical episode of Guerrilla History, we have a two part-conversation with absolutely terrific guests.  Ali Kadri rejoins us to give a more theoretical background on the role of Lebanon historically and in the present with regards to its relations to the West and to the Zioimperialist project, after which Rania Khalek comes on to discuss some of the recent history and analyzes the current role of Lebanon vs. the Zioimperialist project and how it relates to the struggle in Gaza.  A fantastic conversation, one you don't want to miss!  Be sure to share this with comrades you think would benefit!

Also, don't miss Rania's incredible interview with Hezbollah's second-in-command Sheikh Naim Qassem!

Ali Kadri is an esteemed Professor at various institutions around the world, as well as the author of many important books including Arab Development Denied: Dynamics of Accumulation by Wars of Encroachment, The Accumulation of Waste: A Political Economy of Systemic Destruction, and The Unmaking of Arab Socialism.  

Rania Khalek is a renowned journalist at Breakthrough News and who's work has appeared in numerous outlets.  You can follow Rania's work on her website https://raniakhalek.com/ and by following her on Instagram @raniakhalek and on twitter @RaniaKhalek.

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