Ep. 286 - Trump The Conqueror

Military Actions

In this episode, Ben Shapiro discusses the legality and morality of President Trump's military actions in Syria with Fadi al Qadi, a Middle East and North Africa human rights advocate. Fadi argues that Trump's strikes in Syria violated international law and calls for accountability, questioning the inconsistency in Trump's policies towards Syrian refugees and military interventions 1. He highlights the lack of international dialogue on holding Assad accountable for atrocities committed during the conflict.

The problem is that these refugees really fled a country that has been seeing atrocities and massacres over the past six years. And if you denied that, if you fundamentally denied that, you don't have an excuse to send these missiles to punish a dictator or a brutal governor.

--- Fadi al Qadi

Fadi emphasizes the need for a consistent policy that addresses both military actions and humanitarian responsibilities 1.

   

Refugee Policies

The debate over the U.S.'s responsibility in taking Syrian refugees amidst military intervention is a focal point of the discussion. Ben Shapiro questions the obligation of Western countries to accept refugees, given the challenges of vetting and cultural integration 2. Fadi al Qadi argues that neighboring countries are overwhelmed and cannot sustain the influx, highlighting the shared responsibility of global powers 3.

In the sense of the responsibility, it's everyone's responsibility. And the problem about the neighboring countries, they have been really flooded. Their infrastructure cannot sort of absorb extended waves of refugees.

--- Fadi al Qadi

This section underscores the complexities of refugee policies and the need for a balanced approach that considers both humanitarian and practical aspects.

   

Accountability

The challenges of holding Assad accountable for war crimes are explored, with Fadi al Qadi advocating for international solutions. He stresses the importance of establishing a clear policy on accountability to prosecute those responsible for crimes in Syria 4. Ben Shapiro acknowledges the difficulties posed by international actors like Russia, which complicate unilateral actions 4.

I think what we need from Mister Trump is a sort of a clear policy on accountability. And what we refer to as being accountability is just to find sort of a venue, an international venue, to prosecute those who are responsible for crimes.

--- Fadi al Qadi

This section highlights the necessity for global cooperation in addressing war crimes and supporting Syrian refugees.