Vice Season 8 Episode 5 Egypt's Silent War & Chain of Command

Egypt's Silent War: In season 8 episode 5 of Vice, the team investigates the ongoing conflict in Egypt, where the government has been waging a silent war against its own citizens. The episode delves into the country's security services and the measures they have taken to suppress any dissent or opposition to the regime. It highlights the plight of political prisoners, journalists, and activists who have been subject to torture, forced disappearances, and extrajudicial killings. The team also speaks to the families of victims and examines the impact that these human rights violations have had on Egyptian society as a whole.

Chain of Command: The second part of the episode focuses on the role of the military in the United States and its ongoing involvement in foreign conflicts. The Vice team investigates how the chain of command operates within the military and how decisions are made at the highest levels. The episode explores the process of escalation and de-escalation in military conflicts and highlights some of the ethical dilemmas that arise when dealing with armed conflict. The team also speaks to military personnel who have experienced firsthand the consequences of these decisions and examines the responsibility that leaders must bear for those decisions.