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Israel-Gaza Conflict - The international community widely condemns Netanyahu's plan to take over Gaza City, which would force the evacuation of approximately 1 million Palestinians [1][2] - Concerns exist within Israel regarding the plan, with protests and calls from senior Israeli security officials for an immediate end to the war [3] - Expanding the war in Gaza is seen as counterproductive to Israel's interests, including ending the war, freeing hostages, and protecting the IDF [4] - The expansion of the war is expected to worsen the humanitarian crisis for Palestinians [5] - There are concerns that Netanyahu's actions are driven by his personal political and legal interests, rather than the country's best interests, as he faces corruption allegations [5][6] - The US administration's approach of supporting the war's expansion while aiming to alleviate starvation in Gaza is viewed as contradictory [8] - Expanding the war cannot alleviate the suffering of the Palestinian people [9] - The US needs to exert leverage on Israel to increase humanitarian access and end the suffering and starvation in Gaza [10][11] Russia-Ukraine Conflict - President Trump is scheduled to meet with Russian President Putin in Alaska [11] - There are concerns that Trump has already conceded to Putin on key issues, including sanctions for Russia's actions in Ukraine and the inclusion of Ukraine's President Zelensky in discussions [13][14][15] - The planned discussion between Trump and Putin regarding Ukraine's territorial integrity and sovereignty raises concerns about Ukraine's exclusion [16]

Joining us now, resident senior fellow at the Atlantic Council and director of Realign for Palestine, Ahmed Fouad Al-Hib, counselor for the Washington Institute for Near East Policy and MSNBC foreign affairs analyst and author of Statecraft 2.0%, what America needs to lead in a multi-olar world. Ambassador Dennis Ross and Susan Glasser still sticking around with us. Susan, starting with you, let's talk Trump's stance here on this conflict. In your latest reporting, you say that casting this as merely just a ...

Ceasefire and Humanitarian Aid - The discussion emphasizes pressing Prime Minister Netanyahu for a ceasefire to secure humanitarian aid for Palestinians in Gaza and the release of remaining hostages [1] - A truce proposal suggests a 60-day ceasefire involving the release of 10 living hostages and the remains of 18 hostages, in exchange for Palestinian prisoners, increased humanitarian aid, and Israeli forces withdrawing to a buffer zone to start negotiations to end the war [7] Political Dynamics and Peace Negotiations - The report highlights concerns that Netanyahu's policies are driving the US agenda, with potential green lights from Trump for actions against Iran [3][4] - The analysis suggests Netanyahu's personal objectives may prioritize other goals over securing the release of hostages held by Hamas [4] - Achieving lasting regional peace requires a credible path towards Palestinian self-governance, which Netanyahu has resisted [5] - The current right-wing coalition in Israel is seen as an obstacle to achieving lasting peace with the Palestinians [9][10][11] - Some Israeli opposition leaders are willing to form a government of national unity to achieve peace in Gaza and prevent annexation of the West Bank [10] Iran and Nuclear Negotiations - The United States has an opportunity to broker an enduring peace, which includes negotiations with Iran [11] - There is a need for credible intelligence regarding Iran's nuclear enrichment program and ballistic missiles [12][13][14] - A concerted effort to negotiate an end to Iran's threat to Israel's existence would be a significant step forward for regional stability [14] Regional Reconciliation - There is a chance for reconciliation with Saudi Arabia and a lasting security and economic alignment between Israel and most of the Arab states [5]

Humanitarian Aid Delivery - Humanitarian aid to Gaza Strip should be delivered through the port of Ashdod via established channels and distribution centers [1] Security Concerns - The maritime zone of the coast of Gaza is close to naval traffic due to a legal naval blockade [1] - Phones are not allowed and need to be disposed of in the water [1]