Democracy Now! Audio Democracy Now! 2025-10-10 Friday
Oct 10, 2025
Diana Buttu, a renowned Palestinian human rights attorney, and Amjad Araki, a senior analyst at the International Crisis Group, delve into the recent Gaza ceasefire negotiations and the implications for displaced Palestinians. Buttu criticizes international neglect while discussing the complicated nature of prisoner exchanges. Tech activist Cory Doctorow explores the phenomenon of 'bleepification' in digital platforms, highlighting how profit motives undermine user experience and what can be done to regain control over our online environments.
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Ceasefire Doesn't End Occupation
- The ceasefire deal halted bombardment but leaves Gaza under continued Israeli control and occupation.
- Diana Buttu warns the agreement doesn't end the occupation or address mass detention and famine inflicted by Israel.
Pressure Kept Ceasefire Possible
- Sustaining any ceasefire requires continued international political pressure and possible sanctions.
- Amjad Araki emphasizes Gulf states, Europe and U.S. pressure were crucial to forcing a deal.
Disarmament Requires Political Trust
- Hamas's disarmament demand ties to guarantees and political framework rather than immediate unilateral demilitarization.
- Araki says decommissioning requires trust-building and linkage to Palestinian self-determination.
