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In this VladTV interview, former U.S. special operations veterans Nicholas Irving and Robert O’Neill weigh in on the Israel-Hamas war, civilian casualties, AI targeting, and the limits of judging combat decisions from afar. Irving says Israel “could do a better job” protecting civilians, while cautioning that outsiders don’t see the realities on the ground. O’Neill adds perspective on battlefield pressure, media narratives, and the split-second choices that can lead to death, prison, or capture.
The conversation turns to the wider Middle East conflict, Hamas’ refusal to recognize Israel, and whether negotiation is possible. Both guests separate criticism of Israel from criticism of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, with O’Neill referencing unrest before October 7 and Netanyahu’s legal vulnerability if he leaves office. Irving agrees Netanyahu is “the issue,” prompting dark jokes about Mossad and fears of being assassinated for speaking openly.
