# West Bank on The No Agenda Show West Bank comes up in 18 chapters across 17 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from November 2012 to July 2026. - **Chapters:** 18 - **Episodes:** 17 - **Discussed:** November 2012 – July 2026 - **Related topics:** [Israel](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/israel.md), [Gaza](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gaza.md), [Benjamin Netanyahu](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/benjamin-netanyahu.md), [Hamas](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hamas.md), [Marco Rubio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/marco-rubio.md), [Palestine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/palestine.md), [2024 Election](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/2024-election.md), [Abraham Accords](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/abraham-accords.md), [Al Jazeera](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/al-jazeera.md), [Annexation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/annexation.md) ## Chapters 1–18 of 18 ### Wes Moore, Maryland Taxpayer Dollars, Netanyahu War Crimes - **Episode:** [1887: The Stick Works](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1887-the-stick-works.md) - **Published:** 2026-07-19 - **Time:** 1:08:16–1:10:27 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1887-the-stick-works/chapter/wes-moore-maryland-taxpayer-dollars-netanyahu-war-crimes.md Maryland Governor Wes Moore stated that taxpayer dollars should not be used for unconditional aid to any entity, including Israel. While acknowledging the dangers of Hamas, Moore criticized the use of food as a "cudgel" and the actions of violent settlers in the West Bank. He explicitly stated his belief that Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has committed war crimes. Keywords: wes moore, [maryland](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/maryland.md), [hamas](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hamas.md), [west bank](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/west-bank.md), [war crimes](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/war-crimes.md) ### West Bank Annexation, Marco Rubio and J.D. Vance - **Episode:** [1811: NA Era](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1811-na-era.md) - **Published:** 2025-10-26 - **Time:** 3:04:17–3:07:05 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1811-na-era/chapter/west-bank-annexation-marco-rubio-and-j-d-vance.md Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Vice President J.D. Vance visit Israel to discuss the ceasefire and regional stability. Vance explicitly states that the Trump administration will not allow Israel to annex the West Bank, calling a recent parliamentary vote on the matter a "stupid political stunt." Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu attributes the annexation push to the opposition and internal pressure within his camp. Keywords: [marco rubio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/marco-rubio.md), [j.d. vance](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/j-d-vance.md), [benjamin netanyahu](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/benjamin-netanyahu.md), [west bank](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/west-bank.md), [annexation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/annexation.md), [israel](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/israel.md) ### ICC Sanctions and Gaza Security Zones - **Episode:** [1798: Adam & The Robot](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1798-adam-the-robot.md) - **Published:** 2025-09-11 - **Time:** 59:24–1:03:23 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1798-adam-the-robot/chapter/icc-sanctions-and-gaza-security-zones.md The U.S. Department of State, led by Secretary Marco Rubio, issued sanctions against International Criminal Court officials following arrest warrants for Israeli leaders. Meanwhile, the IDF continues "Operation Gideon's Chariots" in Gaza City, establishing expanded security zones. Plans for new Israeli settlements in the West Bank are also discussed as a move to prevent a Palestinian state. Keywords: [international criminal court](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/international-criminal-court.md), [marco rubio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/marco-rubio.md), [benjamin netanyahu](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/benjamin-netanyahu.md), [gaza city](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gaza-city.md), [west bank](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/west-bank.md), operation gideon's chariots, [lawfare](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lawfare.md) ### Producer Donations and Matching Alerts - **Episode:** [1798: Adam & The Robot](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1798-adam-the-robot.md) - **Published:** 2025-09-11 - **Time:** 2:18:39–2:28:37 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1798-adam-the-robot/chapter/producer-donations-and-matching-alerts.md The hosts acknowledge major donations from producers, including a significant contribution from Sironimus of Dogpatch. Sironimus provides travel tips for the EU and mentions a recent visit to the West Bank. Sir Scovey facilitates a series of matching donations, and other producers share personal anecdotes regarding pharmaceutical ads and the death of Charlie Kirk. Keywords: [sironimus](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sironimus.md), [dogpatch](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dogpatch.md), [west bank](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/west-bank.md), [sir scovey](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sir-scovey.md), [matching donations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/matching-donations.md), [zepbound](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/zepbound.md), [charlie kirk](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/charlie-kirk.md) ### West Bank, Israeli Settlement Expansion - **Episode:** [1793: Retribution](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1793-retribution.md) - **Published:** 2025-08-24 - **Time:** 1:21:06–1:24:21 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1793-retribution/chapter/west-bank-israeli-settlement-expansion.md The United Nations and 21 countries have condemned Israel's plan to build 3,000 new homes in the West Bank, specifically the E1 project. Critics argue the expansion effectively blocks the possibility of a contiguous Palestinian state by dividing the northern and southern West Bank. Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich is identified as the primary driver behind the annexation efforts. Keywords: [west bank](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/west-bank.md), [israel](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/israel.md), [united nations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/united-nations.md), [settlements](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/settlements.md), bezalel smotrich ### Hussein Elsheikh, PLO Succession, Palestinian Elections - **Episode:** [1759: Eat The Babies](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1759-eat-the-babies.md) - **Published:** 2025-04-27 - **Time:** 2:54:30–2:56:49 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1759-eat-the-babies/chapter/hussein-elsheikh-plo-succession-palestinian-elections.md Mahmoud Abbas has named Hussein Elsheikh as the first-ever Vice President of the Palestine Liberation Organization (PLO). Elsheikh, a veteran politician who spent 11 years in an Israeli prison, is seen as Abbas's hand-picked successor to appease Western powers. The move comes as international pressure mounts for reform within Palestinian governance following the war in Gaza. Keywords: hussein elsheikh, [mahmoud abbas](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mahmoud-abbas.md), [plo](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/plo.md), [gaza](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gaza.md), [west bank](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/west-bank.md) ### Jared Kushner Gaza Business Plan, Abraham Accords Legacy - **Episode:** [1739: Hypophora](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1739-hypophora.md) - **Published:** 2025-02-16 - **Time:** 1:00:04–1:07:57 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1739-hypophora/chapter/jared-kushner-gaza-business-plan-abraham-accords-legacy.md Jared Kushner's 181-page economic plan for Gaza and the West Bank, originally developed during the first Trump term, is being revisited as a potential framework for peace. Kushner argues that Palestinian leadership was historically disincentivized to make deals due to the flow of international aid. The plan proposes a $27 billion investment to rebuild infrastructure and create jobs, contingent on the removal of Hamas and the establishment of transparent governance. Keywords: [jared kushner](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jared-kushner.md), [gaza](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gaza.md), [west bank](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/west-bank.md), [hamas](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hamas.md), [abraham accords](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/abraham-accords.md) ### Sameh Al-Asali, Sole Fatality of Iranian Strike - **Episode:** [1700: Turban Tossing](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1700-turban-tossing.md) - **Published:** 2024-10-03 - **Time:** 2:06:47–2:09:11 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1700-turban-tossing/chapter/sameh-al-asali-sole-fatality-of-iranian-strike.md The only person killed in the massive Iranian missile attack was Sameh Al-Asali, a 38-year-old Palestinian resident of the West Bank. Security footage showed a large piece of missile debris falling directly on him as he walked down a street. The hosts remark on the irony of a Palestinian being the sole victim of an attack purportedly aimed at defending Gaza. Keywords: sameh al-asali, [west bank](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/west-bank.md), [gaza](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gaza.md), [iran](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/iran.md), missile debris ### Hezbollah Tensions and West Bank Land Seizures - **Episode:** [1674: We're Working!](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1674-we-re-working.md) - **Published:** 2024-07-04 - **Time:** 1:30:30–1:33:14 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1674-we-re-working/chapter/hezbollah-tensions-and-west-bank-land-seizures.md Tensions escalate on the Israel-Lebanon border as Defense Minister Yoav Gallant warns of readiness for war with Hezbollah. Simultaneously, settlement tracking groups report the largest Israeli seizure of West Bank land in over three decades, totaling nearly five square miles. Keywords: [hezbollah](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hezbollah.md), [lebanon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/lebanon.md), [yoav gallant](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/yoav-gallant.md), [west bank](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/west-bank.md), land seizure, shejahiya, [ceasefire](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ceasefire.md) ### Palestinian Public Opinion, Support for October 7 - **Episode:** [1617: Twerkin' Russians](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1617-twerkin-russians.md) - **Published:** 2023-12-17 - **Time:** 43:02–47:02 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1617-twerkin-russians/chapter/palestinian-public-opinion-support-for-october-7.md A discussion of survey data suggests high levels of support among Palestinians in Gaza and the West Bank for the October 7 attacks and various militant groups. Alan Dershowitz argues that there is little distinction between Hamas and the civilian population that supports them. He claims Gazan civilians participated in the atrocities and provided material support for terrorism. Keywords: palestinian center for policy and survey research, [gaza](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/gaza.md), [west bank](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/west-bank.md), [october 7](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/october-7.md), terror groups ### Global Protests, Tokyo to the Philippines - **Episode:** [1600: Unpack It](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1600-unpack-it.md) - **Published:** 2023-10-19 - **Time:** 46:06–51:26 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1600-unpack-it/chapter/global-protests-tokyo-to-the-philippines.md Al Jazeera documents widespread protests against Israel and the U.S. in diverse locations including Tokyo, Istanbul, Chennai, and the Philippines. In the West Bank city of Ramallah, ABC's Matt Gutman reports on a "protest of unity" where demonstrators rallied in support of Hamas fighters. The hosts remark on the high level of organizational skill required to coordinate such a global response and the lack of historical context among many protesters. Keywords: [al jazeera](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/al-jazeera.md), [tokyo](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tokyo.md), [turkey](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/turkey.md), [philippines](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/philippines.md), [ramallah](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ramallah.md), [west bank](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/west-bank.md) ### Ben & Jerry's West Bank Workaround, ESG Backfire - **Episode:** [1464: Bomb Rotterdam!](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1464-bomb-rotterdam.md) - **Published:** 2022-06-30 - **Time:** 2:25:52–2:27:37 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1464-bomb-rotterdam/chapter/ben-jerry-s-west-bank-workaround-esg-backfire.md Unilever has announced a workaround to continue selling Ben & Jerry's ice cream in the West Bank by selling the business interests to an Israeli manufacturer. This follows a year of controversy and divestment by several U.S. states after Ben & Jerry's attempted to boycott the region. The hosts view this as a failure of "ESG" (Environmental, Social, and Governance) activism and a victory for Israeli officials. Keywords: ben and jerrys, [unilever](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/unilever.md), [west bank](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/west-bank.md), [israel](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/israel.md), [esg](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/esg.md), [boycott](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/boycott.md) ### Israel-Palestine Vaccine Transfer, Jamal Bowman Comments - **Episode:** [1319: Cluster Five](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1319-cluster-five.md) - **Published:** 2021-02-07 - **Time:** 52:16–53:52 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1319-cluster-five/chapter/israel-palestine-vaccine-transfer-jamal-bowman-comments.md Israel transferred 5,000 vaccine doses to the West Bank for Palestinian healthcare workers following international criticism. U.S. Congressman Jamal Bowman has called for Israel to vaccinate the entire Palestinian population, comparing their situation to the neglect of Black Americans. Keywords: [israel](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/israel.md), [west bank](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/west-bank.md), [jamal bowman](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jamal-bowman.md), [covax](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/covax.md), palestinian health workers ### Mike Pompeo's Israel Visit and 2024 Presidential Ambitions - **Episode:** [1297: Going Bananas](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1297-going-bananas.md) - **Published:** 2020-11-26 - **Time:** 3:19:54–3:22:31 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1297-going-bananas/chapter/mike-pompeo-s-israel-visit-and-2024-presidential-ambitions.md Secretary of State Mike Pompeo visited an Israeli settlement in the West Bank, a first for a U.S. official. While the media focuses on the diplomatic implications and the BDS movement, the hosts discuss speculation that the trip is a prelude to a 2024 presidential run. Keywords: [mike pompeo](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mike-pompeo.md), [israel](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/israel.md), [west bank](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/west-bank.md), [bds](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bds.md), [2024 election](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/2024-election.md) ### Israel-Palestine Conflict Within FIFA - **Episode:** [725: Cricket Flour](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/725-cricket-flour.md) - **Published:** 2015-05-30 - **Time:** 1:31:08–1:35:12 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/725-cricket-flour/chapter/israel-palestine-conflict-within-fifa.md The Palestinian Football Association is seeking to have Israel suspended from FIFA, citing restrictions on the movement of Palestinian players and the presence of Israeli teams in the West Bank. FIFA President Sepp Blatter has attempted to mediate the conflict, suggesting a "peace match" in Zurich, but the U.S. indictment of FIFA officials is viewed by some as a move to protect Israeli interests within the organization. Keywords: [israel](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/israel.md), [palestine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/palestine.md), [sepp blatter](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sepp-blatter.md), [zurich](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/zurich.md), [west bank](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/west-bank.md) ### Jimmy Carter, Palestinian Conflict and Netanyahu Election Strategy - **Episode:** [687: Cyber Caliphate](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/687-cyber-caliphate.md) - **Published:** 2015-01-15 - **Time:** 15:18–17:29 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/687-cyber-caliphate/chapter/jimmy-carter-palestinian-conflict-and-netanyahu-election-strategy.md Former President Jimmy Carter linked the Paris attacks to the ongoing Palestinian-Israeli conflict and the lack of a two-state solution. Meanwhile, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's presence at the Paris march is viewed as a strategic move to bolster his standing in the upcoming Israeli elections. Analysts suggest the events provided Netanyahu with a platform to lead in the polls by positioning himself as a protector of Jews. Keywords: [jimmy carter](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/jimmy-carter.md), [benjamin netanyahu](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/benjamin-netanyahu.md), [palestine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/palestine.md), [israel](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/israel.md), [elections](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/elections.md), [west bank](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/west-bank.md) ### Donor Acknowledgments and Birthday Karma - **Episode:** [519: Freemium Reporter](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/519-freemium-reporter.md) - **Published:** 2013-06-06 - **Time:** 1:58:06–2:02:56 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/519-freemium-reporter/chapter/donor-acknowledgments-and-birthday-karma.md A series of listener donations are acknowledged, including several "69.69" contributions. Birthday wishes and "karma" are sent to listeners and their families, including a husband turning 30 and a cat with a broken leg. 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