Fareed Zakaria GPS A new proposal for peace from a former Israeli PM and former Palestinian foreign minister
Sep 9, 2024
Dana Bash, CNN Chief Political Correspondent and co-author of "America's Deadliest Election," joins influential figures Ehud Olmert and Nasser al-Kidwa to explore their peace proposal for the Middle East. They discuss the urgent need for new leadership and strategies to achieve stability amid rising tensions. Bash also dives into the lessons from a violent chapter in U.S. history and the risks to democracy. Plus, reflections on how these issues interconnect with AI regulation by thought leader Yuval Noah Harari offer a thought-provoking perspective.
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Declining Support for Two-State Solution
- Fareed Zakaria points out the declining political support for a two-state solution in Israel.
- He highlights the Knesset's resolution against it, indicating a shift in the political landscape.
Hamas' Popularity and Potential Solutions
- Nasser Al-Kidwa believes Hamas' popularity stems partly from perceived corruption within the Palestinian Authority.
- He suggests offering better alternatives and a new leadership in Gaza could shift support.
Examples of Great Leadership
- Ehud Olmert cites Menachem Begin and Ariel Sharon as examples of leaders making unpopular but necessary decisions.
- He implies Netanyahu lacks the qualities to make such decisions for peace.