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The Realignment
Pankaj Mishra: The World After Gaza - What Will Trump II Mean for Israel, Palestine, & the Middle East
Feb 20, 2025
Pankaj Mishra, an acclaimed author known for his critical views on global politics, discusses the ongoing Israeli-Palestinian conflict, especially post-October 7th. He critiques the Biden administration's failures and explores the implications of a potential Trump II presidency on the region. The conversation delves into Trump's rhetoric aligning with far-right Israeli agendas and the complexity of Hamas's control. Mishra also contrasts international responses to Gaza and Ukraine, highlighting racial biases in public sympathy and the effectiveness of nonviolent protests.
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- Trump's vision for Gaza as a Mediterranean Riviera reflects a dangerous disconnect from the harsh realities of Palestinian suffering.
- The American right's foreign policy shift indicates a troubling return to imperialistic ideologies reminiscent of 19th-century interventionism.
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The Fragility of the Ceasefire in Gaza
The current ceasefire in Gaza is highly precarious, influenced by Donald Trump's proposal to transform the area into a Mediterranean Riviera. This vision undermines any incentives for maintaining peace, as the reality of ethnic cleansing looms over the negotiations. As tensions rise, many believe the ceasefire may soon collapse as it lacks solid foundations, considering the desperate circumstances faced by civilians. The ongoing hostage situations and pressure from various political forces add layers of complexity to an already unstable situation.
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