Fareed Zakaria GPS Former Palestinian Negotiator on Trump’s Plan to ‘Take Over’ Gaza
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Feb 17, 2025 Explore the geopolitical tensions surrounding President Trump's controversial plan for Gaza and insights from former Palestinian negotiator Ghaith al-Omari. Hear how Egypt and Jordan are responding amid shifting alliances. Dive into the implications of U.S.-Russia relations on Ukraine, with highlights on potential peace talks and the exclusion of key players. Engage with discussions on the crucial role of judicial authority in the U.S. and the alarming erosion of press freedoms under political pressures.
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European Concerns Over US-Russia Talks
- The Trump administration is engaging with Russia to end the war in Ukraine, alarming European officials.
- Europe fears being excluded from negotiations, as the U.S. and Russia might decide Europe's fate without them.
Trump's View on Ukraine's Role
- Trump's ambiguity about Ukraine's role as an equal partner in peace talks raises concerns.
- Officials in the new U.S. administration seem to believe in spheres of influence where great powers control their neighbors.
Historical Context of the War
- Yaroslav Trofimov's novel, "No Country for Love," is based on his grandmother's life in Soviet Ukraine.
- The book highlights the historical context of Russia's denial of Ukraine's identity, language, and history.
