PROGRAMMING NOTE: Join me TODAY at NOON for a Substack live with Barbara Starr, former CNN Pentagon correspondent and current USC Annenberg fellow. We’ll discuss the unprecedented meeting between President Trump, Pete Hegseth, and American military generals, Hegseth’s proposed “warrior ethos” culture, the president’s suggestion to use American cities as military training grounds, and the latest Pentagon restrictions on journalists. Barbara’s analysis is sharp, thoughtful, and essential—don’t miss it.
If you missed my conversation with Aaron David Miller, the recording is essential viewing. Aaron joined us for his first Substack Live—and if I have anything to say about it, there will be many more. Drawing on decades advising American presidents and Secretaries of State as a Mideast peace negotiator, Aaron examined Trump’s plan for Gaza and its implications for Israel and the Palestinians. We discussed Netanyahu’s broader calculations, Israel’s missed opportunities, and whether President Trump is committed to Mideast peace for the long haul.
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SHOW NOTES:
Elise’s piece: Trump’s plan to end the Gaza war (The Preamble, Sept 30, 2025)
President Trump’s Comprehensive Plan to End the Gaza Conflict
Full text of Trump, Netanyahu statements on deal to end Gaza war
Ex-State Department negotiator talks about the global push for Palestinian statehood (NPR, Sept. 23, 2025)
Join Aaron next Tuesday for a virtual event October 7th Two Years On: An Assessment and dont’ forget to check out his podcast: Carnegie Connects
Thank you Noble Blend, Martin Horsford, Lana, Andrew Goldstein, Janice Lynch, and many others for tuning into my live video with Aaron David Miller Join me for my next live video in the app.
