The Monocle Daily Netanyahu and Trump meet at the White House, Moldova remains pro-EU despite Russia’s best efforts
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Sep 29, 2025 Isabel Hilton, founder of China Dialogue, shares insights on geopolitical tensions, while Jenny Mathers analyzes Moldova's resilience against Russian influence in its elections. John Lyons recounts personal stories from Ukraine, emphasizing grassroots resistance amid conflict. The discussion reveals Netanyahu's challenges in forming peace and the implications of China's new visa program targeting STEM graduates. A thought-provoking exploration of global politics and local dynamics unfolds!
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Limits Of A Quick White House Peace Plan
- Trump seeks a quick, high-profile Middle East deal but lacks patience for complex negotiation.
- Netanyahu can accept frameworks publicly then delay implementation to preserve domestic coalition support.
Domestic Politics Constrain Israeli Moves
- Netanyahu risks losing his coalition if he makes binding concessions, so ambiguity serves him politically.
- That domestic constraint makes any rapid, durable peace deal unlikely without sustained external pressure.
Vague Frameworks Enable Delay
- The 21-point plan requires Israel to limit annexation and withdraw forces gradually but leaves many details unresolved.
- Leaving details to protracted negotiation creates space for indefinite delay and continued violence.
