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He lost his childhood homes, dozens of family members, and most of his hearing in his left ear to Israeli bombs, yet Ahmed Fouad Alkhatib insists that Palestinians must also take responsibility for Gaza's destruction and for peace. Most Gazans, he insists, have turned against Hamas for oppressing them, enriching itself, and bringing catastrophe to Gaza in the aftermath of October 7th. Alkhatib calls for Palestinian introspection and agency while also faulting Israel's settlement expansion and its undermining of moderates. He envisions a demilitarized Gaza run by nonpartisan technocrats, a Palestinian identity defined by aspiration rather than opposition, and direct Israeli-Palestinian dialogue--starting with a "Great Reset" of 100 days without violence on either side. EconTalk host Russ Roberts, more skeptical that Hamas will ever truly disarm, shares Alkhatib's hope that the two peoples might one day live as peaceful neighbors.
David Daoud and Edmund Fitton-Brown examine UNIFIL's mandate, which restricts it to acting as an auxiliary to the Lebanese Armed Forces, preventing independent disarmament of Hezbollah. Consequently, Hezbollah operates freely near UN watchtowers and tunnel networks. Daoud argues that while new US Treasury sanctions expanding target parameters to include Iranian violations are positive, they fail to address Hezbollah's deep integration into Lebanon's socio-political fabric. To be effective, the West must treat Hezbollah as a Lebanese entity with sovereign responsibilities, rather than purely an Iranian proxy. True security requires targeting all of Hezbollah's activities, including its social and political wings. (5)
Samuel Ben-Ur and Edmund Fitton-Brown discuss how, following a temporary lull, Hamas has intensified attacks in Gaza, emboldened by disarmament frameworks proposed by Egyptian, Qatari, and Turkish mediators. Ben-Ur notes Hamas only accepted the deal under the pretense of disarming while intending to survive intact. However, following Jared Kushner's visit, the US aligned with Israel's stance, demanding total disarmament before military withdrawal. Fitton-Brown and Ben-Ur discuss the National Committee for the Administration of Gaza (ENCAG), a secular government planned to replace Hamas. Lacking military power, ENCAG's deployment depends on an international stabilization force, though troop commitments remain severely short. (8)
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Jonathan Schanzer examines the fractured state of Hamas, noting the group currently controls only 30% of Gaza while facing internal discord over potential disarmament. International negotiators are discussing a "disarm first" condition, which Hamas leadership currently rejects, demanding an Israeli withdrawal instead—a term Schanzer deems unacceptable to any Israeli leader. The conversation turns to Iran, where Donald Trump has threatened to bomb Omandue to its perceived collaboration with the Iranian regime. Despite its "Switzerland of the Middle East" reputation, Oman hosts Houthi and IRGC headquarters, facilitating intelligence and weapon transfers. Schanzer warns that Iran is in "war mode," coordinating closely with its proxy network to prepare for future violence. He also details the rapid rearmament of the Syrian military under Turkish and Russian influence, which concerns Israel. Finally, a new Sunni alliance between Pakistan, Turkey, and Saudi Arabia seeks to diminish Iranian Shiite power. (2)
Monte Judah reviews stalled Iran negotiations, Hamas disarmament proposals, progress in Lebanon, the Saudi-Houthi conflict, and Israel's security challenges.0:00 — Introduction0:21 — Iran Negotiations2:37 — Why a Deal May Not Last4:08 — U.S. Military Readiness5:54 — Strait of Hormuz Blockade7:07 — Hamas Disarmament Plan9:02 — Israel's Security Requirements in Gaza11:02 — October 7 Terrorists Still Being Pursued12:14 — Lebanon and Hezbollah13:55 — Saudi Arabia vs. the Houthis15:24 — Tensions in Samaria17:00 — Prayer for the Middle East17:58 — Ministry Announcements19:22 — ClosingWatch biblical teaching, prophetic insight, and weekly programs at LionandLamb.tv. Explore The Greater Exodus, teachings from Monte Judah at the Messianic Marketplace, and resources from Lion and Lamb Ministries, the Messianic Marketplace, and Yavo Magazine. Help support Lion and Lamb Ministries and this work around the world at www.LLGive.com.
Israel draws a red line as Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu rejects the latest 15-point Gaza roadmap...but that's only the beginning of a much bigger story. In this episode of "The Quad", we break down the battle over Hamas disarmament and a new report challenging claims of widespread famine. Then we turn to Iran, where mounting economic pressure could be changing the equation, even as Turkey, Pakistan and Saudi Arabia move toward a new defense alignment. And the political battle is spreading far beyond the Middle East. A major election result in Michigan sparks a heated discussion about the direction of American politics, while the panel takes on some of the week's most controversial moments: from the Oxford Union to rising antisemitism and the figures willing to stand against it. Plus: Scumbags of the Week and Heroes of the Week Watch until the end and let us know in the comments: Is Netanyahu right to reject the Gaza plan, or is Israel risking an opportunity it may not get again?
The framework paired Hamas disarmament with an Israeli withdrawal from Gaza. Hawk's read is that the withdrawal was never happening, because the objective has been the land. Then there is the history. For nearly a decade Netanyahu's government permitted Qatari cash to flow into Gaza, delivered by hand on monthly trips. Netanyahu defended it as buying quiet. Critics and intelligence assessments say it helped Hamas govern and arm itself, and former officials allege a deliberate strategy to keep Hamas and the Palestinian Authority divided so that pressure for a two state solution never built. There is also Jericho Wall, the 40 page Hamas battle plan Israeli intelligence held for over a year, and a September 2023 IDF report, both dismissed as beyond Hamas's reach. SUPPORT & CONNECT WITH HAWK- Support on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/mdg650hawk - Hawk's Merch Store: https://hawkmerchstore.com - Connect on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mdg650hawk7thacct - Connect on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@hawkeyewhackamole - Connect on BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/mdg650hawk.bsky.social - Connect on Substack: https://mdg650hawk.substack.com - Connect on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hawkpodcasts - Connect on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mdg650hawk - Connect on Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/mdg650hawk ALL HAWK PODCASTS INFO- Additional Content Available Here: https://www.hawkpodcasts.comhttps://www.youtube.com/@hawkpodcasts- Listen to Hawk Podcasts On Your Favorite Platform:Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3RWeJfyApple Podcasts: https://apple.co/422GDuLYouTube: https://youtube.com/@hawkpodcastsiHeartRadio: https://ihr.fm/47vVBdPPandora: https://bit.ly/48COaTB
Subscribe now to skip the ads and get all of our episodes. Danny and Derek always use their good side when posing for a Flock cam. In this week's news: Trump backs off of his latest threat against Iran amid a potential Hormuz deal (2:01); in Gaza, the Board of Peace's Hamas disarmament deal collapses within a day (13:22); Red Sea shipping falls after new Houthi attacks (18:16); in Sudan, the RSF mobilizes tribal levies to make up for lost troops (20:26); the TPLF and federal forces clash again in Tigray (24:45); Ukraine runs out of Patriot missile interceptors (27:39); a migrant influx kills dozens in the Spanish exclave Ceuta (31:33); the U.S. suspends the Brazilian ambassador's visa due to a diplomatic dispute (38:25); and America's Operation Southern Spear kills 221 people but fails to curb the drug trade (41:52). Order your copy of Danny's new book, Imperialist Realism, now. Watch the replay of last night's livestream with Becca Lewis. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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As Trump's Board of Peace unveils a plan to disarm Hamas, will the group now give up its weapons and what would this mean for Gaza's future? Amid an escalation of violence on the West Bank and with settlements continuing to grow, why does the US President appear not to care? In the wake of the Gianni Infantino revelations, does the head of FIFA actually hate football? Join Rory and Alastair as they answer all these questions and more in this week's edition of Question Time. __________ Watch Rory and Alastair's interview with Count Binface by searching ‘Leading' on Spotify, Apple, or YouTube.For a chance for your thoughts on the climate to be discussed in our Q&A with Caroline Lucas, fill in our survey HERE. We want to know what you think about the climate crisis! For a chance for your thoughts on the climate to be discussed in our Q&A with Caroline Lucas, fill in our survey HERE. The TRIP+ summer sale is HERE. Get an annual membership for an extra 20% off with code SUMMER26. That's ad-free listening, every bonus episode, and full access to our exclusive members' series. Sale ends August 31st, so grab it before summer's over. Go deeper into the world of The Rest Is Politics by signing up for our free newsletter HERE, featuring exclusive interviews, analysis and weekend reads from Alastair and Rory. The Rest Is Politics is powered by Fuse Energy. Stop overpaying for energy. Switch at fuseenergy.com/politics and get a free TRIP+ subscription.
For review:1. US President Donald Trump held a phone call earlier today with Qatari Emir Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani during which the pair discussed “efforts to deescalate tensions between the US and Iran,” the latter's office says.2. Iran and the Gulf Arab state of Oman have made progress toward a deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, a potential breakthrough that could help wind down the war in the Middle East, regional officials say.Under the emerging agreement, ships would enter the Persian Gulf through an Iranian-controlled route and exit through a route controlled by Oman, with service fees charged for providing security and preserving the maritime environment, two regional officials tell The Associated Press.3. In his first public comments on the matter, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Tuesday that Israel has not agreed to the Board of Peace's Hamas disarmament plan, which was accepted by the terror group last week.4. The US-backed Board of Peace appeared to change its conditions for the IDF to withdraw from Gaza after its top officials held a meeting with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in Jerusalem on Monday, shortly before a fresh Israeli airstrike was reported in the enclave.5. Olha Stefanishyna, Ukraine's former ambassador to the U.S., has been charged with illicit enrichment, an anti-corruption prosecutor said at a hearing of the High Anti-Corruption Court on Aug. 5.6. Ukraine will never become a member of NATO despite years of pursuing accession, Ukraine's Ambassador to the U.K. and former Commander-in-Chief Valerii Zaluzhnyi said on Aug. 3.Foreign Ministry spokesperson Heorhii Tykhyi said Zaluzhnyi's remarks had been "taken out of context and caused a stir," noting that the ambassador's full answer referred primarily to the Joint Expeditionary Force (JEF), not NATO.
Samuel Ben-Ur: President Trump has announced a tentative Hamas deal involving a phased disarmament and the transition of governance to a National Committee. However, the plan faces significant hurdles, as Israel demands the complete destruction of terror infrastructure before any withdrawal. Hamas seeks to retain small arms, potentially leading to a Hezbollah-style shadow governance. This diplomatic friction coincides with a tight Israeli election between Benjamin Netanyahu and Gadi Eisenkot. Netanyahu faces criticism for allowing US interests to dictate Israeli policy, particularly regarding Iran's ballistic missile threat. Voters are increasingly focused on national security autonomy and the domestic cost of living ahead of the October polls. (8)1585 GAZA
Is Hamas really disarming or is the world about to fall for the same illusion all over again? This week on "The Quad," the panel breaks down the White House's announcement of a landmark Hamas disarmament agreement and asks whether the deal represents a genuine turning point or simply another pause that leaves the terrorist organization intact. They also examine the latest developments inside Iran, the growing propaganda war targeting Israel and the shocking migrant crisis unfolding in the Spanish enclave of Ceuta. From Middle East diplomacy and regional security to Europe's immigration challenges and the battle over public opinion, this episode connects the stories shaping the future of Israel and the West.
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Trump announces Hamas disarmament agreement as part of Gaza peace plan. Texas hemp regulations tighten, banning most THC products and raising fees. Jim Kennedy breaks down the week's top stories. Storm owner suspended after interaction with fans supporting Sophie Cunningham. Zach Abraham, Bulwark Capital, talks about what is causing fluctuation in oil prices. Spain's prime minister rushes to defuse migrant crisis after 50,000 cross from Morocco in a single day.
President Trump says a Hamas disarmament deal has been reached in Gaza, Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez rushes to Ceuta as 50,000 migrants storm the enclave, while Italy suspends Schengen with Spain after the Ceuta migrant surge, a NATO intern is arrested for espionage in Belgium for alleged China ties, Anthropic's Claude AI reportedly hacked real systems during testing, U.K. lawmakers Abbott and Reid are readmitted to the Labour Party, Brazil's Supreme Court Justice authorizes an influence-peddling probe into Lula's son, the U.S. is investigating whether Iran cyberattacked over 30 Minnesota water systems, Elon Musk will reportedly resume funding the GOP in the U.S. midterms, and a deadly avalanche strikes Pakistan's Broad Peak. Sources: Verity.News
For review:1. Saudi Arabia is gearing up for a major offensive against the Iran-backed Houthis in Yemen, by sea and possibly including a ground operation, The Guardian reported Thursday. 2. The United States and Israel are planning what would be one of the harshest bombing campaigns to date against energy infrastructure in Iran, multiple sources told CBS News, with strikes possible throughout the weekend. 3. The Israeli military blew up a Hezbollah tunnel system beneath the Beaufort Ridge in southern Lebanon, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Defense Minister Israel Katz announced late Thursday night in a joint statement. They said the Israel Defense Forces used 700 tons of explosives to demolish the subterranean facility. 4. US President Donald Trump announced Thursday that his Board of Peace had reached an agreement on the “complete disarmament of Hamas and all other armed groups in Gaza.” 5. USMC F-35B crasheded today in California, according to the service. The pilot ejected and is in stable condition at a local medical facility, the service said in a statement. The pilot is being treated and evaluated for non-life-threatening injuries, the statement added. No additional details were immediately available.
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President Donald Trump says he's reached a historic deal to disarm Hamas, but Hamas isn't publicly confirming it yet. Plus, Todd Blanche's attorney general nomination has stalled, but Trump is threatening to pull it instead. So how could that leave him still running the Justice Department? And a Georgia father is sentenced to 15 years for buying his son the rifle used in a deadly school shooting, adding another landmark case holding a parent criminally responsible. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Friday, July 31, 2026.
President Trump is increasing pressure on Israel as he announces a historic Hamas disarmament deal, which U.S. officials say will prevent the next October 7th. A Christian Pastor who was recently released from a Chinese prison has mixed emotions. S
President Trump is increasing pressure on Israel as he announces a historic Hamas disarmament deal, which U.S. officials say will prevent the next October 7th. A Christian Pastor who was recently released from a Chinese prison has mixed emotions. S
Shaina Oppenheimer, BBC Senior Journalist based in Jerusalem, discusses Hamas' agreement to a framework of a plan to completely disarm in Gaza.
Gershon Baskin, Middle East Director of the International Communities Organisation, reacts to Hamas' agreement to a framework of a plan to completely disarm in Gaza.
.US President Donald Trump says talks between mediators and leaders of Hamas have made a breakthrough on an agreement to disarm in Gaza. That development, as the conflict between the United States and Iran intensifies, with fresh strikes stoking fears of wider regional conflict.
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President Trump says the Board of Peace deal will result in the "complete disarmament" of Hamas in Gaza. Hamas says the handover of its heavy weapons depends on Israel ending "all forms of aggression" and withdrawing from Gaza. Israel says of Hamas: "We have to verify what they are doing, not what they are saying." Could this agreement lead to a lasting peace? Also in the programme: We speak to a member of the UK all-female chess team who've been told to add a male player to the squad to comply with diversity rules. And the ancient Greek instrument enjoying a boost in recognition after featuring on the soundtrack to Sir Christopher Nolan's adaptation of The Odyssey.
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Hamas says it has agreed to its complete disarmament and the withdrawal of Israel from the strip. The agreement was announced by US President Donald Trump but Israel is yet to comment. Fawaz Gerges, Professor of International Relations at London School of Economics and Political Science joined us on the show to discuss.
President Donald Trump says he's reached a historic deal to disarm Hamas, but Hamas isn't publicly confirming it yet. Plus, Todd Blanche's attorney general nomination has stalled, but Trump is threatening to pull it instead. So how could that leave him still running the Justice Department? And a Georgia father is sentenced to 15 years for buying his son the rifle used in a deadly school shooting, adding another landmark case holding a parent criminally responsible. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Friday, July 31, 2026.
US President Donald Trump says the Board of Peace has reached an agreement for the "complete disarmament" of Hamas and other armed groups in Gaza.It is part of the second phase of a US-brokered Gaza ceasefire plan that includes the disarmament of Hamas, the withdrawal of Israeli troops and the reconstruction of Gaza.Joining Shane for more on this is Law Lecturer at the University of Galway and Columnist with the Journal, Larry Donnelly and Professor of Peace Studies at Bradford University, Paul Rogers…
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In today's episode of Trending Middle East, US President Donald Trump announces that the Gaza Board of Peace has secured an agreement for the "complete disarmament" of Hamas. We also look at Saudi Arabia's proposal for a 43-country maritime coalition to protect shipping in the Red Sea, Bab Al Mandeb strait and Gulf of Aden, amid escalating regional security threats. Plus, European football's governing body Uefa threatens to boycott Fifa competitions over plans to sell stakes in its tournaments to private investors. Meanwhile, the UAE abolishes 15 business fees as part of financial market reforms and Abu Dhabi announces new supermarket rules to move unhealthy food away from entrances, checkouts and other prominent areas from the start of next year. Trending Middle East is AI-assisted, using original reporting published in The National and curated and edited by humans.
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8/1/26 - Topping This Week's List: U.S.-Iran War / Hamas Disarmament DealHost Doug Stephan along with Michael Harrison, Editor/Publisher of Talkers Magazine, review the most talked about stories and people on news/talk radio for the week of July 27th, 2026 through July 31st, 2026. Compiled by the research department at Talkers Magazine - The Bible of Talk Radio and the New Talk Media - www.talkers.comSTORIESU.S.-Iran War / Hamas Disarmament DealFauci HearingGraham CeremoniesICE OperationsGas Prices / Financial Markets / Fed PolicyTrump Polls / November Mid-TermsMail-In Voting ReformsBlanche Confirmation Delay / Comey ProsecutionMitch McConnell HealthEuropean WildfiresPEOPLEDonald TrumpBenjamin NetanyahuDr. Anthony Fauci / Rand PaulLindsey Graham / Darline GrahamJD VanceTom HomanKevin WarshMike JohnsonTodd Blanche / James ComeyMitch McConnell
Samuel Ben-Ur — The Board of Peace remains underfunded, with only $23 million confirmed of the $17 billion pledged; Hamas rejected an eight-month disarmament plan, its leadership has largely relocated from Qatar to Turkey, and Netanyahu's political standing depends on his hardline refusal to cede Gaza territory. (2)1492
David Daoud — Hezbollah fighters are integrated into southern Lebanese villages, making evacuation north of the Litani River unfeasible; while Lebanese law requires disarmament, the government lacks the will to confront Hezbollahdue to its significant social support, turning Lebanon into a hollowed-out, failed state. (7)
Preview for Later Today: Samuel Ben-Ur analyzes the precarious status of Gaza, noting that disarmament of Hamas is the prerequisite for rebuilding. He highlights that nearly the entire population remains under Hamas control, stalling any peace conversion efforts.1898
The ongoing conflicts in Iran, Lebanon, Gaza and Ukraine mean terms like "deconfliction" and "disarmament" are becoming more and more prevalent in news reports. But it can be very easy to get lost in such jargon so we thought we would get a better understanding as to what the terms mean and how they affect international relationships. To do that, I'm joined by Dr Marianne Hanson. Marianne is an associate professor of international relations. She taught arms control, international law and diplomacy at the University of Queensland for 30 years. [picture id="4K5B385_Image_3_jfif" crop="16x10" layout="full"]
David Daoud and Bill Roggio analyze "pilot zones" as a mechanism to hold Lebanon's feet to the fire regarding Hezbollah's disarmament. Daoud warns that if the US prioritizes quiet with Iran, these zones could become pressure tactics against Israel rather than mechanisms for actual Lebanese performance. 8ř979 Iran
(6) Samuel Ben-Ur explains that the Board of Peace has been inactive and is currently "without money" because its funding was predicated on Hamas disarming. Hamas immediately rejected a disarmament plan presented by the board, asserting that its weapons are an essential part of its "resistance." The group's political leadership remains protected in Doha, Qatar, due to U.S. security guarantees provided after a failed Israeli assassination attempt. Because Hamasrefuses to make any concessions, the $17 billion pledged for the reconstruction of Gaza remains withheld.1899 NAZARETH