Ruth Wisse argues that current trends in the Middle East, particularly those involving Hamas, draw historical parallels to the rise of Nazi Germany.

The entities involved

• Hamas →

  Palestinian Islamist political and military organization

  • Iran is pursuing a strategy to encircle the Jewish state by arming Hamas and PIJ in Samaria to seek operational footholds.07:05
  • Trump speaks at a rally in Highland Heights while US-Israel discuss renewed strikes against Iran and IDF dismantles Hamas facilities.06:47
• Nazi Germany →

  Germany from 1933 to 1945 while under control of the Nazi Party

  • Developments in delta-wing construction and coal-powered fighter design were noted in relation to American forces and Nazi Germany.Sat 23:50
  • A family named their home Cor Unum, linked to historic preservation efforts in Austria.Fri 22:12
• Middle East →

  geopolitical region encompassing Egypt and most of Western Asia, including Iran

  • Oman's strategic position in the Strait of Hormuz is highlighted as peace terms are sought, with the US issuing threats against Oman.08:54
  • The Associated Press has been covering the various developments related to the Arab Spring and ongoing regional conflicts in the Middle East.08:17

Related events

• Attacks leading to current conflict involving Hamas on September 21, 2026.Sep 21
• Ongoing conflict and advocacy on campus following the Hamas-led attacks on Israel.Oct 9
• Hamas launched massacres and rocket attacks against Israel on October 15, 2026.Thu 18:38
• Hamas launched attacks against Israel on October 8, 2026.Oct 9
• Geopolitical claims link the Gaza conflict, Hamas, and Israel to global crises involving Vladimir Putin and atrocities in Ukraine.Sun 02:06