The Monocle Daily Cautious joy in the Middle East after a Hamas-Israel deal is announced
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Oct 9, 2025 
Yossi Meckleberg, an expert on Middle Eastern affairs at Chatham House, and political journalist Mari(e) Leconte dive into the recent ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas. They discuss its implications for governance and potential long-term success. The conversation shifts to Donald Trump's influence on the agreement and the pressures faced by Netanyahu. Mari also sheds light on France's political crisis, exploring Macron's predicament amidst calls for snap elections. The blend of regional and international politics makes for a compelling dialogue.
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Play About One-Punch Killing
- Yossi described seeing Punch, a play based on a deadly one-punch incident in Nottingham and its power to provoke reflection and reconciliation.
- The play showed the attacker reconciling with the victim's family and using the story to educate youth about violence.
Ceasefire As A Necessary First Step
- Ending the war is the priority because it stops killings and opens space for reconstruction and diplomacy.
- A ceasefire, hostage releases, prisoner exchanges and humanitarian aid create the conditions to negotiate governance and security in Gaza.
Trump's Pressure And Israel's Constraints
- Donald Trump's unpredictability pressured parties to act now to lock in a deal before he could change course.
- Accumulating international isolation and internal Israeli factors also pushed Netanyahu toward agreement.