🎙️ Voice For Freedom Podcast | Ep. 13 Part 2

"Religious Minorities in the Middle East Under Attack"

In this continuation of part one, Mansur Ashkar, a Druze Arab Israeli and former IDF special forces member, delves into the dire situation of religious minorities in the Middle East, particularly in Syria, where the rise of al-Jolani and his extremist agenda poses a significant threat. Mansur discusses the implications of this rise, the ethnic cleansing of minorities, and the role of Israel in providing protection. The conversation also highlights the importance of satellite internet and the moral responsibilities of the West in addressing these crises.

👇Timestamps

00:00 The Threat to Religious Minorities in the Middle East

00:50 Understanding al-Jolani's Rise and Impact

05:11 The Complex Dynamics of Terrorism in Syria

11:19 The Plight of the Druze and Christian Communities

18:06 Israel's Role in Protecting Minorities

21:48 Morality in the Face of Evil

23:01 The Moral High Ground in Conflict

24:19 The Responsibility of Good Men

26:07 Minorities Under Threat in the Middle East

28:25 Understanding Migration and Its Implications

30:26 The Role of the IDF and Humanitarian Efforts

32:23 Identifying Friends and Enemies

36:27 The Dire Situation of Minorities in Syria

41:06 Call to Action for Humanitarian Support

👇Takeaways

• Minorities in the Middle East face severe threats, especially in Syria.

• al-Jolani's rise is marked by a clear agenda of ethnic cleansing.

• The West's actions have consequences for innocent minorities.

• Israel plays a crucial role in protecting Druze and Christian communities.

• Starlink technology has been vital for communication in besieged areas.

• Morality in international relations is a pressing concern.

• Humanitarian corridors are essential for delivering aid to minorities.

• The situation in Syria is dire, with many lives at stake.

• Global leaders must advocate for the protection of minorities.

• The future of the Middle East depends on the intervention of the West.

🎙️Host:

Simeon Myers: Residing in the US, Simeon oversees ARISE's day-to-day operations and initiatives. Prior to pivoting with his brother to the ARISE initiative, Simeon served alongside Calev as Executive Director for the Jerusalem Institute of Justice. A bit of a renaissance man, Simeon owned and operated a jewelry design and manufacturing company in his early life. He has been a singer/songwriter with television placement, a poker professional, and currently works in film production/directing. If you can't reach Simeon, he's probably out on a mountain stream fly fishing.

🔗 Learn more about our guest, Mansur Ashkar, at

YouTube "The Ashkar Show": @MrSachback

Instagram: @mansor_ashkar

🔗 Learn more at https://ariseforisrael.com/

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