The topic of Palestinian statethood is is expected to overtake most conversations at this week's UN General Assembly here in New York. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is under increasing pressure to end the war in Gaza as the UK, Australia, Portugal, and Canada all say they will recognize an independent Palestinian state. Joining us now, senior fellow from Middle East and Africa said he's at the Council on Foreign Relations, Steven Cook.Stephen, good to have you. How big of a deal is this. Well, i ...

Cracks appear to be emerging among the right in what has historically been unwavering support for Israel. On Monday, MAGA stronghold representative Marjorie Taylor Green ramping up her criticism, becoming the first congressional Republican to call Israel's actions in Gaza a quote genocide. And she's not alone.Earlier this month, conservative influencers like Theo Vaughn and Joe Rogan criticizing Israel's war against Hamas amid Gaza's hunger crisis. Here's Theo Vaughn speaking to TMZ. why we're being support ...

The president has already realized great opportunities. He forged the Abraham Accords. He's forging peace as we speak in one country, in one region after the other.So I want to present to you uh Mr. . President the letter I sent to the Nobel Prize Committee. Uh it's nominating you for the peace prize which is welld deserved and you should get it.Thank you very well. Thank you very much. Coming from you in particular, this is very meaningful.Thank you very much, B. Thank you. Thank you for everything you're ...

Market Prediction - Donald Trump winning the Nobel Peace Prize in 2025 odds soared 50% [1] - Donald Trump now has a 13% chance to win the Nobel Peace Prize [1] Geopolitical Factors - Netanyahu has agreed to end the Gaza war within 2 weeks [1] - Netanyahu has agreed to expand the Abraham Accords [1]

Ceasefire & Diplomacy - US brokered a ceasefire between Israel and Iran after a 12-day conflict, aiming to prevent an "endless war" [2][3] - The administration is hopeful for a comprehensive peace agreement with Iran, citing ongoing conversations and multiple interlocutors [4][5] - Expansion of the Abraham Accords is a key objective, with potential for "big announcements" regarding new countries joining [7] Nuclear Program & Red Lines - Preventing Iran from nuclear enrichment and weaponization remains a firm red line [8] - US intelligence agencies (CIA) and allies (Israel, IEA) contradict claims of minimal damage to Iran's nuclear program from previous strikes [10] - US military action, including bunker buster bombs and Tomahawk missiles, has reportedly eradicated much of Iran's enrichment potential and conversion facilities [11][12] - The focus is shifting towards rebuilding a non-enrichable civil nuclear program for Iran, similar to the UAE model [13] Regional Impact - A comprehensive peace agreement is expected to bring a "renaissance" for the GCC, Iran, and the entire region [6] - Preventing Iranian weaponization is crucial to avoid regional destabilization and nuclear proliferation [9]

Joining us now for a look at the implications uh of the what is apparently still escalating conflict between Israel and Iran, Fred Kemp, CEO and president of the Atlantic Council and a CNBC contributor. Um, you know, we see people depending on their point of view, Fred, we see all kinds of of different uh analysis of this. I've never seen you um I I more positive about what this could potentially mean for the Middle East.And I I happen to agree with you. And more than just uh more than just preventing Iran ...