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Ukraine Pushes Peace Summit, Sudan in Catastrophe, Israel-Hamas Deal at a Crossroads, and More

Jun 13, 2024

Journalists Rory Jones and Summer Said discuss Ukraine's efforts for peace support, Sudan crisis, Gaza cease-fire deal, and Russian ships in Cuban waters. Topics include civilian bloodshed tactics, global diplomatic maneuvers, Sudan's turmoil, Israel-Hamas negotiations, and geopolitical implications of Russian naval presence in the Caribbean.

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Rory Jones

Summer Said

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Quick takeaways

Ukraine seeks international support for proposed peace process at Switzerland summit.

Diplomatic pressure rises for U.S.-backed cease-fire deal in Gaza Strip.

Deep dives

Ukraine Peace Summit in Switzerland

Ukraine peace summit takes place in Switzerland, discussing nuclear safety, food security, and possible prisoner exchanges. Russia is absent, prompting questions about effectiveness without their presence.

Intro

5min

Ukraine's Ongoing Struggle and International Response

5min

Crisis in Sudan: Renewed Violence and Outside Interference

8min

Israel-Hamas Conflict and Ceasefire Negotiations

9min

Russian Ships Deployment in the Caribbean and Geopolitical Relations

4min

Ukraine pushes for wider international support and endorsement of its proposed peace process at Switzerland’s Ukraine peace summit; the UN Security Council deliberates how to assist Sudanese civilians and de-escalate the civil war; diplomatic pressure builds for a U.S.-backed cease-fire deal in the Gaza Strip; and Russian ships arrive in Cuban waters for exercises.

Mentioned on the Podcast

Rory Jones and Summer Said, “Gaza Chief’s Brutal Calculation: Civilian Bloodshed Will Help Hamas,” Wall Street Journal

Sorensen Distinguished Lecture: A Conversation With Cindy McCain, Council on Foreign Relations

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