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Fareed Zakaria GPS

A new proposal for peace from a former Israeli PM and former Palestinian foreign minister

Sep 9, 2024
Former Israeli Prime Minister Ehud Olmert and former Palestinian Foreign Minister Nasser al-Kidwa present a new peace proposal aimed at resolving the long-standing conflict. They discuss the urgent need for fresh leadership and innovative paths to dialogue. The conversation highlights the complexities posed by Hamas and the vital role it plays in Palestinian society. Their insights emphasize the potential for transformative change, underscoring the importance of mutual understanding and cooperation in achieving lasting peace.
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  • Ehud Olmert and Nasser al-Kidwa highlight the urgent need for a revised peace proposal between Israelis and Palestinians amid rising violence.
  • The podcast discusses the significant influence of economic conditions on electoral outcomes in the U.S. amidst rising right-wing populism.

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The Political Landscape in Israel and Palestine

The ongoing conflict in Gaza has led to a pressing call for a peace proposal from former political leaders on both sides. Ehud Olmert and Nasser Al-Kidwa emphasize the urgent need to end the violence and seek a solution through a mutual agreement. They argue that the current entrenchment of positions within both Israeli and Palestinian politics has created a stalemate that continues to cost lives. Al-Kidwa suggests that the war has changed public sentiment, leading many on both sides to seek alternatives to ongoing hostilities.

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