Topic: Gaza Pier

The $320 million floating pier built by the US military in Gaza is shutting down after only 20 days of operation due to technical issues and rough seas. The hosts criticize the project as a failure, noting that much of the aid never reached the intended population despite the high cost.

Analyst Scott Ritter claims that Israeli forces used the U.S.-built humanitarian pier in Gaza to launch a rescue operation for four hostages. The operation reportedly resulted in the deaths of over 200 Palestinian civilians, leading to allegations of war crimes. Ritter suggests the U.S. provided logistical and command support for the mission.

National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan is visiting Saudi Arabia and Israel to discuss a potential normalization deal and the ongoing offensive in Rafah. Meanwhile, U.S. troops have completed a floating pier in Gaza to facilitate the delivery of humanitarian aid. The segment highlights the political pressure on the Biden administration from Black voters frustrated by the handling of the conflict.

The construction of a U.S. military pier in Gaza is characterized by Dr. Michael Hudson as a precursor to developing the region's valuable waterfront and offshore natural gas reserves. He suggests the ultimate goal is the displacement of the Palestinian population to make room for luxury Israeli developments. Jared Kushner's previous comments regarding the "valuable" potential of Gaza's waterfront are cited as evidence of this long-term real estate vision.