Geopolitical Strategy & Security - The potential deployment of Tomahawk missiles to Ukraine is viewed as a critical factor in influencing Putin and achieving a peace deal, with the current moment seen as an opportune time to increase pressure [5] - Tomahawk missiles are not expected to make a major difference on the battlefield, but they will help prevent the ongoing humanitarian disaster because Russia is taking out Ukraine's energy grid [2] - The symbolic impact of a Tomahawk landing in Russian territory is considered a significant "make or break" moment for Putin, potentially leading to public disapproval [3] - The US should provide Tomahawk missiles to Ukraine and make it clear that it is in the strategic interest of the US that Ukraine defeats Russia [10] - Concerns exist regarding the current administration's commitment to standing by Ukraine and imposing consequences on Russia, given past actions and recent communications [12] Economic Impact & Warfare - Destroying Russia's oil and gas infrastructure is identified as a key vulnerability, and Tomahawk missiles could significantly enhance Ukraine's capability in this area [7] - Eroding Russia's ability to export oil and gas to countries like China, India, and Turkey would make it increasingly difficult for Russia to finance the war [8] - Ukraine's existing drone capabilities are insufficient to carry the necessary warheads or reach the required distances to significantly impact Russia's war financing [9] Diplomatic Efforts & Negotiations - Ukraine is willing to engage in discussions with Putin anywhere except in Russia and Belarus, highlighting the importance of maintaining dialogue [4] - The success of potential summits and negotiations hinges on sustaining pressure on Putin and preventing him from employing delay tactics [13][14]

From @WSJopinion: Having restored U.S. deterrence to forge a peace deal in one arena, President Trump now has a chance to do it in Europe. The Nobel committee, and the rest of the free world, will be tuned in. https://t.co/cJHZIzDkGM ...

Geopolitics & Diplomacy - President Trump confirms a "very productive" call with Putin and plans to meet in Budapest soon [1] - Potential discussion of a Ukraine-Russia peace deal [1]

The peace-deal veteran welcomes the ceasefire between Israel and Hamas, but warns no lasting peace can be expected without “a serious, sustained and funded plan” to deal with the devastation in Gaza https://t.co/n0FQ0JrOBK ...

Tonight we are live in Israel for the historic events here and across the region. The last of the living Israeli hostages finally free as President Trump declares a historic dawn of a new Middle East. The emotional homecomings after more than 2 years in captivity.Hostages racing to their parents. Siblings jumping into the arms of their family. Fathers clinging to their sons.We were there with the crowds as the nation learned they were free. Thousands cheering as helicopters carrying them flew by. President ...

The ceasefire between Israel and Hamas offers “the best opportunity since 1993” to prevent future generations from being consumed by “hatred and violence”, argues the peace-deal veteran https://t.co/4UOC6kTSZJ ...

Ceasefire & Hostage Release - The guns have gone silent, hostages have been released and are back in Israel, and Palestinian prisoners have been released, marking phase one achievements [3] - The current situation is a ceasefire, not a peace agreement, between warring parties where the underlying causes of the war still exist [6][7] Future Peace & Governance - Subsequent phases involve a transition to non-Hamas governance in Gaza, disarmament of Hamas, creation of a technocratic leadership, and an international security force to stabilize Gaza [3] - Demilitarization of Gaza and disarmament of Hamas are declared goals, but Hamas has not agreed to this [9][10] - A stable post-Hamas, post-war Gaza is backed by major Arab and European countries, and the international community [11] Trump's Role & International Involvement - Trump is credited for getting the world, Israel, and Hamas to this point, but the hard work of implementation remains [4] - Trump needs international support to achieve the implementation of the peace deal [4] - Trump has built relationships with regional partners, including Qatar and Egypt, to advance his agenda [16] Challenges & Criticisms - The international community will need to react when the international security force takes casualties [14] - Trump is criticized for declaring victory prematurely and not wanting to do the hard work [14] - It is unrealistic to expect Hamas fighters to voluntarily give up their weapons [13] Netanyahu & Israeli Politics - Netanyahu praises Trump as the greatest friend Israel has ever had in the White House [23] - It is suggested that a different leader of Israel might be needed to consummate the peace deal [28] - Netanyahu's absence from the Egypt summit was likely diplomatic, given the presence of leaders from Qatar, UAE, and Saudi Arabia [26]

The ceasefire between Israel and Hamas offers “the best opportunity since 1993” to prevent future generations from being consumed by “hatred and violence”, argues the peace-deal veteran https://t.co/JUeaSmzQZsIllustration: Dan Williams https://t.co/PtPb7ty3TM ...

President Trump speaks at the Middle East peace summit in Egypt on Monday. Trump on Monday declared the war in the Middle East is over, as he embarked on a trip to the region to finalize a peace deal for Gaza. For access to live and exclusive video from CNBC subscribe to CNBC PRO: https://cnb.cx/42d859g » Subscribe to CNBC TV: https://cnb.cx/SubscribeCNBCtelevision » Subscribe to CNBC: https://cnb.cx/SubscribeCNBC Turn to CNBC TV for the latest stock market news and analysis. From market futures to live pri ...

To succeed, the process will require new leadership and sustained external pressure, writes the peace-deal veteran https://t.co/Aubnr1P9zy ...