The Lawfare Podcast Lawfare Daily: The Gaza Ceasefire and Where It May Lead
Jan 22, 2025
Natan Sachs, a Brookings Institution fellow specializing in Middle Eastern politics, joins Dan Byman, a Georgetown professor focused on terrorism, Joel Braunold, an expert in Middle East negotiations, and Dana El-Kurd, a conflict resolution professor. They delve into the recent Gaza ceasefire, discussing its terms, future implications, and the complex politics driving it. The panel explores regional dynamics, U.S. foreign policy challenges, and the crucial role of external verifiers, while shedding light on the reconstruction efforts led by the Emiratis and the evolving Palestinian leadership.
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Ceasefire Deal Adoption
- The Biden administration's ceasefire plan, adopted in May, has been implemented.
- Steve Witkoff's involvement was crucial for the final agreement.
Israeli Public Opinion
- The Israeli public largely supports the ceasefire.
- The return of hostages is a significant factor in public opinion.
Hamas's Negotiating Position
- Hamas's negotiating power has been weakened due to the loss of key leaders.
- They have conceded on key issues, but maintained that Palestinians will not be expelled from Gaza.