The President's Daily Brief PDB Situation Report | July 5th, 2025: Can Israel Finish Off Hamas? & Chinese Spy Ring On American Soil
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Jul 5, 2025 
Seth Frantzman, author of 'The October 7th War', dives into Israel's renewed military efforts against Hamas and the complexity of ongoing ceasefire negotiations. He shares insights on the implications of key leadership changes in Gaza. Joining him is Gordon Chang, author of 'Plan Red', who unpacks a recent Chinese spy ring targeting U.S. Navy personnel. He emphasizes China's broad espionage strategies and discusses the urgent need for national security measures amidst rising geopolitical tensions.
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Israel's Gaza Challenge
- Israel has declared victory over Iran-linked proxies and is focusing on eliminating Hamas leadership in Gaza.
- Despite heavy losses, Hamas still controls 30-40% of Gaza, complicating Israel's goal of full eradication.
Ceasefire Political Complexities
- Netanyahu faces political difficulty accepting any ceasefire that allows Hamas to remain in power visibly.
- A technocratic or transitional government backed by Gulf states might shift Gaza governance away from Hamas.
Aid Distribution Bypassing Hamas
- The Gaza Humanitarian Foundation (GHF) delivers aid while bypassing Hamas control, feeding millions safely.
- It threatens NGOs' monopoly and Hamas's control, drawing pushback and accusations from established groups.
