In today’s episode of Trending Middle East, US President Donald Trump says Hezbollah and Israel have agreed to stop attacking each other after efforts by Washington to prevent a major Israeli escalation in Beirut.
We also look at growing uncertainty around US-Iran diplomacy after Tehran reportedly suspended indirect talks because of Israeli military operatio ... Show More
Apr 27
Iran puts forward new plan for Strait of Hormuz amid renewed diplomatic push
In today’s episode of Trending Middle East, Iran puts forward a new proposal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and end the war, as diplomatic activity intensifies. In southern Lebanon, Israeli strikes kill at least 14 people, with continued exchanges of fire despite continuing cease ... Show More
3m 2s
Apr 17
Israel-Lebanon 10-day ceasefire begins and Gulf pushes for a Hormuz resolution
In today’s episode of Trending Middle East, a 10-day ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon comes into effect after intensified fighting, with both sides signalling caution as the truce begins. At the United Nations, Gulf states prepare to reintroduce a resolution aimed at protecti ... Show More
2m 53s
Jul 2024
What Hope for a Gaza Ceasefire and What Happens Without One?
<p>In this episode of <em>Hold Your Fire!</em>, Richard is joined by Crisis Group’s Israel expert Mairav Zonszein, Israel-Palestine director Rami Dajani and U.S. program director Michael Hanna to talk about the latest from Gaza, prospects for a ceasefire and the risks of all-out ... Show More
42m 19s