The World Next Week

Biden’s Gaza Dilemmas, 80 Years Since D-Day, Mexico’s Milestone Election, and More

May 30, 2024

Topics discussed include Biden's Gaza policy dilemma, 80th anniversary of D-Day, Mexico's historic election likely to elect first woman president, and North Korea's recent missile and satellite testing. Wide range of international issues covered in this episode.

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Biden faces complexities in Gaza due to aid issues and US-Israel relations.

Mexico's upcoming election could result in the country's first woman president, impacting US relations.

Deep dives

Biden Administration's Gaza Policy Challenges

The Biden administration faces challenges in Gaza as a US-built pier for humanitarian aid becomes inoperable, worsening the humanitarian crisis. Israeli strikes and scrutiny on US support for Israel add to the complexity. Despite efforts to deliver aid to Gaza, technical and operational difficulties persist, highlighting the complex dynamics and limitations faced by the Biden administration.

Introduction

4min

Tensions in Israel, Gaza, and Ukraine

11min

Mexico's Milestone Election: Two Women Candidates and Political Dynamics

4min

Analysis of Amlo's Stance on Migration and Security Cooperation

2min

North Korea's Military Developments and Strategic Dynamics

6min

U.S. President Joe Biden faces increasing international and domestic pressures on his policy toward the Israel-Hamas war amid worsening humanitarian conditions in the Gaza Strip; Western leaders commemorate the eightieth anniversary of D-Day with Russia’s war in Ukraine front of mind; Mexico holds massive general elections that are likely to usher in the country’s first woman president; and North Korea tests new satellite and missiles.

Mentioned on the Podcast

“Mexico’s Next President Can Reset Relations With the United States,” The Economist

Shannon K. O'Neil, The Globalization Myth: Why Regions Matter

Eli Stokols and Alexander Ward, “White House Not Thrilled by Macron’s D-Day Invite to Russia,” Politico

Sue Mi Terry, “The Coming North Korean Crisis,” Foreign Affairs

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