The Thinking Muslim

1,000 Days Later: Why the Resistance Still Exists | Dr. Azzam Tamimi

Help us expand our Muslim media project here: https://www.thinkingmuslim.com/membership Donate to our charity partner Baitulmaal here: http://btml.us/thinkingmuslim One thousand days since the start of the genocide in Gaza, the humanitarian catastrophe continues to unfold. In this episode of The Thinking Muslim, Dr. Azzam Tamimi joins the podcast to examine where Gaza stands today, how the conflict has reshaped the Palestinian cause, and what the future may hold. The conversation explores the political realities surrounding Hamas, the impact of the Iran - Israel war, the role of Western media, the effectiveness of protest movements, and the broader questions of Muslim unity, nationalism, and solidarity. Dr. Azzam Tamimi also shares his recommendations for those looking to deepen their understanding of Palestine through reading. About Dr. Azzam Tamini: Dr. Azzam Tamimi is a Palestinian-British academic, political analyst, and author specialising in Middle Eastern politics and Islamic movements. He is widely recognised for his commentary on Palestine, political Islam, and regional affairs, and has written extensively on Hamas and the Israeli - Palestinian conflict. You can find Dr.Azzam Tamimi here: X: https://x.com/AzzamTamimi IG: https://www.instagram.com/azzam_s_tamimi Become a member here: https://www.thinkingmuslim.com/membership Or give your one-off donation here: https://www.thinkingmuslim.com/donate Listen to the audio version of the podcast: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7vXiAjVFnhNI3T9Gkw636a Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-thinking-muslim/id1471798762 Purchase our Thinking Muslim mug: https://www.thinkingmuslim.com/merch Find us on: X: https://x.com/thinking_muslim LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-thinking-muslim/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/The-Thinking-Muslim-Podcast-105790781361490 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thinkingmuslimpodcast/ Telegram: https://t.me/thinkingmuslim BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/thinkingmuslim.bsky.social Threads: https://www.threads.com/@thinkingmuslimpodcast Find Muhammad Jalal here: X: https://twitter.com/jalalayn Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jalalayns/ Sign up to Muhammad Jalal's newsletter: https://jalalayn.substack.com Website Archive: https://www.thinkingmuslim.com Disclaimer: The views expressed in this video are those of the individual speaker(s) and do not represent the views of the host, producers, platform, or any affiliated organisation. This content is provided for lawful, informational, and analytical purposes only, and should not be taken as professional advice. Viewer discretion is advised. Timestamps 00:00 - Introduction 00:21 –-1,000 Days Since the Start of the Genocide in Gaza: Where Is Gaza Today? 03:18 - Understanding Hamas: The Governing Body of Gaza Explained 07:29 - Has the Ceasefire Become Part of the Genocide? 08:59 - How Has the Iran–Israel War Impacted the Palestinian Cause? 10:54 - Why Has Gaza Become a Background Story in the News? 14:35 - Can the Expulsion of Palestinians Be Reversed? 18:31 - Palestine Action Through the Eyes of Palestinians 22:16 - Are Protest Movements in the West Making a Difference? 24:07 - Why Does the Western Media Avoid Using the Word "Genocide"? 27:05 - What Could the Next 1,000 Days Look Like for Gaza? 30:02 - Solidarity, Nation States, and the Growing Unity of Arabs and Muslims 35:27 - Is Nationalism a Barrier to Muslim Unity? Balancing Faith, Identity, and Supporting Your Country at the World Cup 41:05 - Essential Book Recommendations for Understanding Palestine