Fareed Zakaria GPS Will Hamas Disarm, and What Does Gaza’s Future Governance Look Like?
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Oct 19, 2025 Explore the fragile ceasefire in Gaza and the challenges of disarming Hamas. Experts discuss the potential for interim governance and the role of technocrats in restoring legitimacy. Dive into China’s strategic maneuvers in the ongoing trade war with the U.S., where escalating tensions are analyzed. Finally, hear insights from Justice Kennedy about the vital importance of maintaining checks and balances in American governance amid rising executive power.
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Hamas Won't Disarm Without Big Concessions
- Hamas has refused to demilitarize and will only consider disarming in exchange for a Palestinian state.
- Matthew Levitt and Shira Efron say demilitarization will require weapons deals, personnel changes, and outside enforcement over time.
Establish Security Before Political Transition
- Deploy an interim international force to patrol Gaza before moving to political transitions.
- Begin weapon reductions, tunnel destruction, and a phased handover to enable any interim governance.
Technocrats Need Local Backing, Not Replacement
- Technocratic appointees from Gaza could gain local legitimacy if they support, not replace, Palestinian institutions.
- Shira Efron warns international backing must build capacity while preserving Palestinian ownership.
