When you look at the F-35 and you're asking me, is it the same. I think it's going to be pretty similar. Yeah.You know, how will that. This is a great ally and Israel's a great ally. And I know they'd like you to get planes of a reduced caliber.I don't think that makes you too happy. They've been a great ally. Israel has been a great ally.And we're looking at that exactly right now. But as far as I'm concerned, I think they are both at a level where they should get top of the line. Yes, we couldn't ask for ...

Welcome back. We are getting a rare look inside the Gaza Strip and the so-called Yellow Line, the area where Israeli troops have withdrawn as part of the ceasefire agreement. Israel's military took journalists into Gaza on the condition that we not show the military facilities or the faces of most military personnel for what the IDF said are security reasons.This is the view from one outpost guarded by Israeli military troops, showing the widespread devastation in the area. NBC News international correspond ...

Middle East Peace Process - A ceasefire in the Middle East is approaching due to the weakening of Iran, closer ties between Arab nations and the US, and Israel's trust in Trump [1] - Achieving lasting peace requires addressing Hezbollah in Lebanon and the Houthis, who are proxies of Iran [1] - Saudi Arabia will not normalize relations with Israel unless there is a plan for an independent Palestinian state that does not threaten Israel [1] - A Palestinian state as previously envisioned is not feasible after October 7th; borders must change to ensure Israel's security, potentially resembling an emirate under Saudi Arabia's protection [1] Ukraine War - The United States should supply more weapons, including long-range missiles, to Ukraine to increase the cost of the war for Putin and target Russia's oil infrastructure [1] - Putin cannot prosecute the war without oil and gas revenue, necessitating measures to degrade his production and sales capabilities and urging countries like China, India, and Brazil to stop buying cheap Russian oil [1] - Senator Graham's sanctions bill, with 85 co-sponsors, allows the president to impose tariffs on those buying cheap Russian oil, with a vote targeted by the end of October [1] US Domestic Policy - Senator Graham is unwilling to extend Affordable Care Act subsidies costing $350 billion without significant reform [2] - Senator Graham supports Trump's efforts to reduce the size of the federal government and eliminate policies implemented by the Biden administration [2] Justice Department and Indictments - Senator Graham believes the Justice Department under Biden has crossed lines [5] - Senator Graham supports the grand jury's actions regarding Comey, referencing a hearing in 2020 about exculpatory information related to Hillary Clinton's campaign and the Russia narrative [2][3]

Geopolitical Landscape - The UN General Assembly witnessed a walkout during Prime Minister Netanyahu's defense of Israel's actions in Gaza, highlighting Israel's isolation [2] - Approximately 80% of UN member states, exceeding 150 nations, support a Palestinian state and oppose Israel's actions in Gaza [4] - UN officials have declared Israel's actions in Gaza as a potential genocide [5] US-Israel Relations - The United States holds significant influence due to its strong bond with Israel, enabling Netanyahu's presence at the UN [7] - There is anticipation of a "tough love" approach from President Trump towards Netanyahu regarding the situation in Gaza, potentially influenced by the images of Palestinian casualties [13] - Trump previously stated he does not endorse Israel annexing the West Bank [12] Potential Resolutions - A two-state solution is resurfacing as a potential resolution to the conflict [8] - The Abraham Accords, while positive, were flawed in their attempt to reconcile Sunni states and Israel without addressing the Palestinian issue [8] - There is optimism regarding a potential deal to secure the release of hostages and end the war in Gaza [14]

This week, the leaders of France, Britain, Australia, Canada, and other countries unconditionally recognized a Palestinian state. They did so after the horrors committed by Hamas on October 7th. Horrors praised on that day by nearly 90% of the Palestinian population. Let me say that again. Nearly 90% of Palestinians supported the attack on October 7th. It's not supported only. They celebrated. They danced on the rooftops. They threw candies. That's wos both in Gaza and in Judea Samaria, the West Bank as you ...

How significant is it to your mind that you now have the UK, you have Canada, you have France, you have Portugal, other major Western nations moving towards recognizing a Palestinian state. Is it anything beyond just symbolic. I think it is something beyond symbolic because we've had these countries in most countries of the world speaking about a two-state solution for decades yet only recognizing one of the states.And that's a kind of duplicity that that I don't think we should tolerate. I think what peopl ...

US Foreign Policy & Middle East Diplomacy - The US, under President Trump, strongly opposes Palestinian statehood, viewing it as a reward for Hamas's actions [1] - Other nations, including France, Australia, Canada, and the UK, are calling for Palestinian statehood, creating diplomatic isolation for the US and Israel [2][3] - A key obstacle to a two-state solution is Israel's expansion of settlements in the West Bank, particularly the E1 area, which would prevent a contiguous Palestinian state [4] - Arab countries consider Israeli annexation and occupation a red line, potentially jeopardizing normalization efforts like the Abraham Accords [5] - The UN Secretary General believes a two-state solution is the only way to resolve the conflict, warning that denying Palestinian statehood would benefit extremists [6][7] - The creation of a Palestinian state is complicated by the ongoing conflict and unresolved issues such as borders, capitals, and the "pay to slay" policy of the Palestinian Authority [8][9][10] - Some argue that conditions, including reforms within the Palestinian Authority and the removal of Mahmoud Abbas, should be met before recognizing a Palestinian state [13] UN & International Relations - President Trump criticized the UN for not living up to its potential and for ineffectiveness [14] - The US is withholding funding from the UN, contributing to a financial crisis within the organization [17] - The UN is cutting offices and staff, including in areas like the World Food Program, World Health Organization, and refugee programs [19] - The US criticizes the UN while simultaneously relying on it for foreign policy objectives [18]

Geopolitical Stance - Indonesia reiterates "complete support" for a two-state solution in the Middle East [1] - Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto is encouraged by other nations adopting similar positions recently [1]

For more on this, we are honored to be joined by French Foreign Minister Jean Noel Barau. Minister, good to have you with us. Uh, important conversation to have here.So, we want to jump into some of these issues. Of course, we're talking about France recognizing Palestinian statethood. Just now when Matt Bradley said most politics is symbolic.You said yes out loud sitting here next to us. Talk about how symbolic this is, what you hope this accomplishes, and just what you hope to accomplish this week when it ...

Geopolitical Landscape - France recognizes the state of Palestine, potentially opening a Palestinian embassy in Paris under certain conditions [3] - President Macron embraced the Palestinian representative to the UN, a symbolic moment at the U_N_ General Assembly [4] - The US and Israel criticized France's recognition of Palestine [3] - Benjamin Netanyahu stated there will be no Palestinian state [4] International Response - Recognition of Palestine allows Palestinians the right of self-determination under international laws [7] - Germany and Japan have not recognized the state of Palestine [8] Economic Implications - The EU, Israel's largest trading partner, may add suspensions to preferential commerce agreements, but Germany opposes this [8] - Recognition of Palestine could add consequential pressure on Israel to end the war in Gaza [7] Conflict Resolution - The cycle of war in Gaza needs to end, with Palestinians and Israelis living in solitude [2] - The recognition of Palestine is seen as a symbolic move that may not have a major short-term impact but could influence the trajectory of the war [5][6][7]