The Inside Story Podcast Do Arab leaders have an alternative to Trump's Gaza plan?
Feb 22, 2025
Dania Daffer, Executive Director of the Gulf International Forum and a Middle Eastern politics expert, joins Yossi Mekelberg, a Senior Consulting Fellow at Chatham House, to discuss the recent Arab leaders' summit rejecting Trump's controversial Gaza proposal. They delve into the complexities of Gaza's future, the geopolitical dynamics at play, and the implications of a fragile ceasefire. The conversation highlights the need for collaborative efforts among Arab nations to support the Palestinian cause and strategize post-conflict governance.
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Riyadh Summit's Aim
- The Riyadh summit aimed to address Trump's Gaza displacement proposal.
- It involved GCC countries, Egypt, and Jordan, discussing an alternative plan from Cairo.
Palestinian Absence
- The Palestinian Authority's absence from the Riyadh summit was significant.
- It likely aimed to allow for a resolution regarding Gaza's governance before Palestinian unity is achieved.
Fragile Ceasefire
- The current ceasefire between Hamas and Israel is fragile, with both sides lacking trust.
- Phase two of the agreement is crucial but difficult, as both sides would lose their main bargaining chips.