As Hamas agrees to lay down weapons, Israel is up in arms
Jul 31, 2026 · 18m
Summary
Hosts Amanda Borchel Dan and Jacob Magid discuss a reported deal where Hamas agrees to disarm under a U.S.-led Board of Peace plan. The episode details the 14-day timeline for negotiations, Israel’s skeptical response, and the roles of mediators like Dahlan. They also cover reconstruction funding challenges and the potential involvement of the Palestinian Authority in Gaza’s future governance.
Topics discussed
Introduction and announcement of Hamas disarmament deal
Promotion for Boundless Insights podcast
Details of the 15-point plan and 14-day countdown
Key figures, mediators, and pressure on Hamas
Timing of the deal and U.S. strategic motivations
Commercial break
Weapon handover logistics and Israel's reaction
Role of Dahlan, the PA, and the NKG in governance
Reconstruction plans, funding challenges, and sign-off
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