From IDF Soldier to Peace Dissident: Daniel Levy Speaks Out

Dr Myriam Francois • April 25, 2025
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🎙️ Daniel Levy UNFILTERED: Ex-Israeli Negotiator Faces the Hard Questions on Gaza, Zionism & Peace You’ve seen him on the inside. Now hear him on The Tea. In this rare, no-holds-barred conversation, Daniel Levy—former Israeli peace negotiator—sits down with Myriam Francois, and nothing is off-limits. 🛑 From inside Israeli power circles to exposing the failures of peace deals 🛑 From his service in the IDF to questioning Zionism itself 🛑 From personal stakes to global complicity in Gaza’s nightmare This is the conversation he doesn’t have anywhere else—where uncomfortable questions get real answers. Can peace survive? Does liberal Zionism have a future? And how much blood is on the hands of the world? 👀 If you think you know his story, think again. #DanielLevy #GazaCrisis #IsraelPalestine #TheTeaWithMyriamFrancois #MiddleEastPolitics Presenter-Producer: Dr. Myriam François Guest: Daniel Levy Senior Producer: Farzin Rabiee Producer: Nadège Bizimungu Researcher: Yasmin Meddour Video Editor: Ralph Pritchard An MPWR Productions show. Click to watch, subscribe for more episodes, and join us on Patreon to support our mission of sharing stories that matter. https://www.patreon.com/TheTeawithMyriamFrancois?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink&fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAabkrbubUPKErSGVFGL5bzjQytkb9HanzeLQBUi8U-mU6g5aVSTqE5ej7sQ_aem_SO9ihK10zUz3TdyPOD2ngA 00:00 - Introduction: Netanyahu, Arab States, and Palestinian Neglect 01:00 - Welcome to "The Tea" with Myriam Francois 02:30 - Why Independent Media Matters 04:00 - Starvation and Bombing in Gaza 06:00 - U.S. Backchannel Talks with Hamas 08:00 - Ceasefire Hopes and Netanyahu’s Policies 10:00 - Guest Introduction: Daniel Levy’s Background 12:00 - Daniel’s Early Life and Move to Israel 15:00 - Cambridge, Mossad Jokes, and Israel Politics 17:00 - Jewish Identity and Liberal Zionism 20:00 - First Encounters with Gaza and Palestinians 23:00 - Dynamic Israel vs Thatcherite Britain 25:00 - Youth Leadership and Activism in Israel 28:00 - Meeting Ahmed Tibi and Controversies 30:00 - Early Disillusionment with Zionism 33:00 - Honest Zionists and Colonial Realities 36:00 - Revisiting Zionist Ideals and Palestinian Rights 39:00 - Fragmented Palestinian Leadership 42:00 - Oslo Accords and Missed Opportunities 45:00 - Daniel’s Military Service and Oslo Negotiations 48:00 - Israel’s Shift Away from Peace 51:00 - Personal Costs of Criticizing Israel 54:00 - Growing Polarization within Israeli Society 57:00 - Dehumanization of Palestinians 01:00:00 - Abraham Accords and Global Complicity 01:03:00 - Collapse of Liberal Zionism 01:06:00 - One State Reality and Future Scenarios 01:09:00 - Addressing Myths: No Partner for Peace? 01:11:00 - Hamas, Terror Designations, and Negotiations 01:13:00 - Closing Reflections and Call to Action Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by the guest(s) on The Tea YouTube series and podcast are their own and do not reflect those of MPWR Productions or its licensees. The appearance of this YouTube programme and podcast on social media platforms does not imply endorsement by MPWR Productions. MPWR Productions disclaims any liability for damages arising from the use of the podcast and its recordings to the fullest extent permissible by law. This video is intended for informational and commentary purposes only and reflects the personal opinions of the guest and creators. The inclusion of public figures or journalists is based on publicly available information and does not imply guilt or wrongdoing. The views in this video do not establish a professional relationship with viewers and do not constitute legal, professional, or personal advice. Viewer discretion is advised.