The Lawfare Podcast Lawfare Daily: What Trump’s Middle East Trip Means for Gaza and the Israeli-Palestinian Conflict, with Joel Braunold
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May 16, 2025 Joel Braunold, Managing Director of the S. Daniel Abraham Center for Middle East Peace, shares his expertise on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. He discusses the current state of the Gaza crisis and the complexities of hostage negotiations with Hamas. The conversation also covers Trump's Middle East trip, examining its implications for U.S. foreign policy, regional diplomacy, and Israel's governance challenges. Braunold highlights the evolving dynamics of the Palestinian Authority and the intricate relations between Israel, Palestine, and the U.S.
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Gaza Ceasefire Collapse Insight
- The Gaza ceasefire has collapsed, leading to halted aid and acute humanitarian crises.
- Israel is preparing major military operations while diplomatic efforts face deadlock and confusion around hostages and disarmament.
Hostage Priority Divergence
- The Trump administration prioritizes hostage releases more than the Israeli government.
- Israeli leaders want Hamas disarmed and exiled for the war to end, not just hostages returned.
Israeli Aid Distribution Challenge
- Israel seeks to break Hamas's control over aid in Gaza through new aid distribution mechanisms.
- Proposed aid delivery via secure locations faces rejection over neutrality concerns and logistical challenges.