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Lawfare Daily: ‘Crossing the Red Line’ in Gaza with Akbar Shahid Ahmed

Oct 7, 2026 · 53m

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On today’s episode, Lawfare Managing Editor Tyler McBrien sits down with Akbar Shahid Ahmed, the diplomatic correspondent at The Washington Sun, to discuss Ahmed’s new book “ Crossing the Red Line: Biden, His Advisors, and Israel's War in Gaza .” They talk about the top officials in the administration who drove Biden’s Gaza policy, how the war quickly became a moral and strategic disaster, and what the heavy civilian death toll might augur for the future. To receive ad-free podcasts, become a Lawfare Material Supporter at www.patreon.com/lawfare . You can also support Lawfare by making a one-time donation at https://givebutter.com/lawfare-institute . Support this show htt…