Episode
Settler bet: a West Bank flashpoint
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- Economist Podcasts
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- Aug 18, 2026
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- 1330
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Summary
Israeli settlers have been clashing more and more with Palestinians in the West Bank, often with government backing. We examine the forces at play in what could soon be yet another battlefront. India’s proliferating civil codes are creating insuperable legal contradictions for a multi-faith people. And answering some letters addressed to our “agony uncle” columnist. Guests and host: Anshel Pfeffer, Israel correspondent Kira Huju, Asia correspondent Andrew Palmer, executive editor Jason Palmer (no relation), co-host of “The Intelligence” Rosie Blau, co-host of “The Intelligence” Topics covered: West Bank, Palestinians, Israeli settlers, Israel election India, civil codes, Hindu nationalism management, advice Listen to what matters most, from global politics and business to science and technology— subscribe to The Economist . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.