A Conversation With Shira Efron, Khaled Elgindy, and Daniel Shapiro
Experts Weigh in on Middle East Peace Prospects
As the Israel-Hamas ceasefire takes shape, the Council convened experts through various platforms for timely discussions and sharp analysis on whether this moment represents a genuine turning point or another fragile pause in a long conflict. They examine both the diplomatic breakthroughs that made the deal possible and the substantial challenges that lie ahead for sustaining peace in the region.
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Rapid Response Events:
A ‘Historic Dawn’ in the Middle East?: On Tuesday, Lisa Anderson and Daniel Shapiro joined the Council’s Cécile Shea to discuss the latest developments in the Israel-Hamas ceasefire.
- Israel-Hamas Phase One Deal: Last week as details of the Israel and Hamas ceasefire deal were first announced, Daniel Byman, Sanam Vakil, and Leslie Vinjamuri discussed next steps and potential end to the conflict in Gaza.
Commentary and Analysis:
- Will the Gaza Ceasefire Last? What History Tells Us About Making Peace Stick: Bruce W. Jentleson analyzes the promise of the latest deal, the roles played by global leaders, and the importance of the human element in fostering peace.
- What We Can Learn from Trump’s Success in Gaza: Suzanne Nossel examines President Trump’s role in the ceasefire plan and why, in today’s diplomacy, style now matters just as much as substance.
- Trump Renews US Support for Israel: Leslie Vinjamuri told BBC News: «I think as we turn and look forward to what will happen in Egypt, everybody is waiting to see whether President Trump will stay the course.»
What Trump’s Peace Plan Means for Israel and Hamas: Steven Cook and Sanam Vakil joined our Deep Dish podcast to debate the deal and what it reveals about shifting American power in the Middle East.