Alternate Shots with Richard Haass and John Ellis Episode Five
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Oct 7, 2025 A tense discussion unfolds around the Middle East, with hopes for a hostage-ceasing deal in Gaza. The political landscape in Israel raises questions about Netanyahu’s future amid rising right-wing politics in Europe. Attention turns to the potential dangers of AI-generated videos, which threaten to distort political trust. The conversation dives into the waning credibility of news media and reflects on the current U.S. government shutdown. Meanwhile, there's a bittersweet nod to the trials of being a New York sports fan.
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Limited Deal Likely, Disarmament Unrealistic
- A limited deal could secure hostage releases, a ceasefire, and an Israeli pullback without achieving peace.
- Richard Haass warns disarmament of Hamas is practically impossible and would be unverifiable.
Northern Ireland Lessons On Disarmament
- Haass draws on his Northern Ireland experience to explain why disarmament is nearly impossible to verify.
- He expects any surrendered weapons would be limited while caches remain hidden for future conflict.
Political Upside For Netanyahu
- Netanyahu could accept terms he once rejected and still claim he delivered security and the hostages.
- Haass thinks this outcome could plausibly carry Netanyahu to re-election.