Shifting Dynamics: U.S. Engagement with Hamas

This chapter examines the transformative shift in U.S. policy regarding direct negotiations with Hamas, marking the first independent engagement outside of Israel's purview. It discusses the implications of this development on U.S.-Israel relations, the effectiveness of negotiators, and the intersection of Trump's administration with Palestinian interests amid ongoing conflict. The conversation also touches on the emotional toll of the Gaza conflict and the broader geopolitical strategies influencing future negotiations.