Overview

• New Bethlehem is revealed as a façade used by the Sons of Jacob to exploit repatriates while maintaining their power and privileges in Gilead.
• Commander Lawrence uncovers a coup plot by the High Commanders, who plan to abandon New Bethlehem, execute him, and consolidate control.
• Mayday’s bombing operation fails when a Guardian intervenes and is killed, underscoring the risks and moral complexities of resistance efforts.
• Moira emphasizes the importance of unity among women, warning that infighting only strengthens Gilead’s oppressive regime.
• Janine’s selflessness and resilience shine as she prioritizes others’ safety over her own, embodying hope and heroism in a bleak world.