Morning Joe Israel says it will take control of Gaza City, escalating war with Hamas
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Aug 8, 2025 Raf Sanchez, NBC News foreign correspondent based in London, shares insights on Israel's intentions to take control of Gaza City amid escalating tensions with Hamas. He discusses the broader regional implications of this military action and its economic ramifications tied to global trade. The conversation also highlights rising geopolitical tensions involving major players like India and Russia, along with the current political strife in the U.S. Sanchez's analysis sheds light on how these factors intertwine, shaping the unfolding conflicts.
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Meeting Putin Without Ukraine Is Risky
- Raf Sanchez warns a one-on-one meeting with Putin is a propaganda victory for Russia without concessions.
- Zelenskyy insists Ukraine must be included in any negotiations and cannot be sidelined.
Netanyahu's Gaza Plan Lacks Clear Exit
- Israel's security cabinet approved seizing Gaza City but left the post-conflict governing plan vague.
- Military leaders and hostage families fear an invasion could escalate violence and deepen a long-term quagmire.
Data's Credibility Is Under Threat
- Dom Chu warns politicizing Bureau of Labor Statistics data will erode trust on Wall Street and beyond.
- Market participants fear metrics lose credibility if methodology becomes a political tool.