Fareed Zakaria GPS Exclusive Interview with the Qatari PM; The Changing Trump-Putin Relationship
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Nov 2, 2025 
Qatar's Prime Minister, Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al-Thani, discusses his nation’s pivotal role in mediating a ceasefire in Gaza, emphasizing the need for international cooperation. NYU's Scott Galloway sheds light on the crisis of masculinity in America, linking young men's struggles to economic shifts and societal pressures. Meanwhile, MIT's Mai Hassan explains the deep roots and humanitarian impact of the Sudan civil war, advocating for paths to peace through civilian governance and Western influence.
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Small State, Big Mediator
- Qatar's mediation is credible because it built a track record of convening conflicting parties with transparency.
- Sheikh Mohammed says Qatar enshrines diplomacy in its national security and constitution as a conflict-resolution identity.
Define The International Force Mandate
- Define a clear international force mandate and keep international actors as guarantors, not primary governors.
- Sheikh Mohammed recommends Palestinian police and a technocratic Palestinian interface to handle security and administration in Gaza.
Practical Ties With Regional Rivals
- Qatar maintains relations with Iran and others because geographic proximity and shared resources compel pragmatic engagement.
- Sheikh Mohammed frames outreach as responsibility to encourage diplomacy and avoid regional arms races.
