What are the hurdles to implementing the next phase of the ceasefire in Gaza? The U.S. says it's a transition to disarmament and reconstruction. But with Israel repeatedly violating the ceasefire, is that transition even possible?

In this episode:

• Xavier Abu Eid, political analyst and former adviser to the Palestine Liberation Organization negotiation team
• Yezid Sayigh, Senior Fellow at Carnegie Middle East Center
• Yossi Beilin, former Israeli Justice Minister

Host: James Bays

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What purpose does the massive U.S. military presence in the Gulf serve? Washington argues it maintains stability and security in this region. But with the escalating tensions in the region, will it protect America's allies and interests?

In this episode:

• Rashid Al-Mohanadi, Vice President of Center for International Policy Research
• Andreas Krieg, Associate Professor in the School of Security Studies at King's College London
• Kenneth Katzman, Senior Fellow at The Soufan Center

Host: Adrian Finighan

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International alarm after the Trump administration announces the first-ever criminal investigation into the head of the US Federal Reserve. Jerome Powell says the probe is politically-motivated. So why is this case causing so much concern worldwide?

In this episode:

• Eric Ham, political analyst and former U.S. Congressional staffer in Washington DC
• Justin Urquhart-Stewart, investment manager and co-founder of Regionally, an online investment service in London
• David McWilliams, economist, author and podcast host in Dublin

Host: Adrian Finighan

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