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Oct 2025
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Inside the Gaza peace plan | Ian Bremmer

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October 7 marks the second anniversary of Hamas' horrific attack on Israel — and Israel's devastating response. Political scientist Ian Bremmer unravels the intricate dynamics of President Trump's ambitious peace plan, the stark realities facing Gaza, how Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu is navigating this moment and whether a genuine path to peace is possible. (This interview, hosted by TED’s Helen Walters, was recorded on October 6, 2025.)



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