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Diana Buttu

Lawyer and former adviser to the Palestine Liberation Organization, offering expertise on Palestinian politics and the implications of peace negotiations for Gaza.

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Oct 15, 2025 • 30min

What Trump’s Peace Deal Really Means for Gaza

In this insightful discussion, Diana Buttu, a lawyer and former adviser to the Palestine Liberation Organization, shares her expert perspective on Trump's peace deal. She expresses concern that the agreement might merely mask enduring issues for Palestinians rather than offer real solutions. Buttu highlights the devastation in Gaza and critiques the lack of guarantees in the deal, pointing out that it prioritizes Israeli security over Palestinian needs. She calls for genuine international pressure to end the occupation, while reflecting on her experiences and sources of hope in the region.
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Oct 17, 2025 • 43min

The Road Ahead for Palestine

Diana Buttu, a Palestinian-Canadian lawyer and former spokesperson for the Palestine Liberation Organization, shares her insights on Gaza's post-cease-fire landscape. She discusses the catastrophic impacts of war, including widespread destruction and suffering in health and education. Buttu expresses deep anger over the lack of accountability in cease-fire negotiations. She critiques the two-state solution as ineffective and emphasizes the need for Palestinian leadership accountability, highlighting resilience and hope despite ongoing adversity.
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Aug 1, 2025 • 51min

Images of Mass Starvation Shift Gaza Coverage. Plus, the Forgotten History of the First Sitcom.

Join Diana Buttu, a human rights lawyer and former peace negotiator, as she discusses the dire humanitarian crisis in Gaza. She highlights how the portrayal of starvation is impacting global conversations about Palestinian statehood. Media critic Oren Persico examines the Israeli media's treatment of the crisis, revealing complex narratives and the challenges faced by local journalists. Emily Nussbaum delves into the legacy of Gertrude Berg, the first sitcom creator, uncovering her influential role and the forgotten history of early television comedy.
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Jul 21, 2024 • 47min

Diana Buttu and Richard Falk on the Broad Significance of the ICJ’s Ruling on the Israeli Occupation

Diana Buttu and Richard Falk discuss the ICJ ruling on Israeli occupation, calling for an end to the occupation and dismantling of apartheid structures. They explore the implications of the ruling, Israel's dismissive response, and the challenges of enforcing international law. The podcast also touches on Nuremberg jurisprudence, evolving narratives on Israel-Palestine, and the exclusion of recent events in occupied Palestine from the advisory opinion.
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Oct 3, 2022 • 44min

Israel Escalates Abuse Of Palestinian Children

Diana Buttu, a Palestinian Canadian lawyer and former spokesperson for the Palestine Liberation Organization, sheds light on the tragic death of seven-year-old Rayyan Suleiman while fleeing from Israeli soldiers. The discussion emphasizes the dire circumstances facing Palestinian children amid escalating violence. They also scrutinize media trends, particularly the dismissal of Katie Halper for her views on Israel’s policies, highlighting concerns over free speech and the censorship of pro-Palestinian narratives in the media.
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Jan 16, 2025 • 25min

What does the Gaza ceasefire mean?

Diana Buttu, a human rights lawyer and analyst from Haifa, discusses the recent ceasefire between Hamas and Israel after 15 months of conflict. She delves into the complex emotions felt by Palestinians—hope mingled with skepticism about the ceasefire's longevity. Buttu examines the humanitarian implications and the fraught history of ceasefire agreements. She highlights the disparities in reactions between families of captives in Israel and those in Gaza, shedding light on global indifference to the ongoing suffering.
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Jul 28, 2025 • 22min

Gaza’s starvation crisis: when will it end?

Diana Buttu, a Human Rights Lawyer and Analyst, dives into the harrowing reality faced by Palestinians in Gaza, where many must choose between starvation and violence. She discusses the brutal conditions surrounding food distribution and the profound impact of starvation on identity and community. Buttu critically examines the role of the Gaza Humanitarian Foundation amid escalating chaos and highlights the urgent need for international intervention to address the worsening humanitarian crisis, revealing personal stories of unbearable suffering.
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Feb 10, 2023 • 1h 4min

#1542 Despair and violence in Israel's illiberal and exclusionary "democracy"

Diana Buttu, a lawyer and former advisor to the Palestine Liberation Organization, discusses the alarming shift in Israeli politics towards far-right governance. Dahlia Scheindlin highlights proposed judicial reforms that threaten accountability and deepen societal inequalities. A Netanyahu spokesperson outlines attempts to weaken the Supreme Court, raising concerns over the erosion of democracy. Together, they analyze rising violence in the West Bank and the implications for peace, democracy, and the Palestinian struggle amidst international complicity.
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Nov 19, 2023 • 1h 28min

The Supreme Court’s New Ethics Code

Former federal judge, Harvard Law professor, Palestinian spokesperson, and other guests discuss the Colorado ruling on Trump's eligibility, the Supreme Court's new code of ethics, the dire situation in Gaza, concerns about the code's limitations, Trump's mistakes and dangerous rhetoric, and the importance of supporting public libraries.
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Sep 26, 2025 • 45min

What It’s Like on the Gaza-Bound Flotilla Attacked by Drones

Tommy Marcus, also known as Quentin Quarantino, shares his harrowing experiences as a volunteer on the Global Sumud Flotilla delivering humanitarian aid to Gaza amidst drone attacks. He reflects on the fear and resilience of the 500 volunteers determined to push through despite the risks. Diana Buttu, a former legal adviser to the Palestine Liberation Organization, discusses the legality of Israel's blockade and the escalating violence in Gaza, calling recent international gestures towards Palestine mere hollow claims. Together, they paint a vivid picture of the ongoing humanitarian crisis.

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