Israel and Hamas have signed off on the “first phase” of a U.S.-backed peace deal — but does this really mean peace, or just another fragile pause in a decades-long conflict? In today’s Morning Report, Willie Lawson breaks down the details of the agreement, what each side is actually giving up, and why history warns us not to exhale just yet. We’ll cover:
- The terms of the October 2025 deal — troop pullbacks, hostage releases, prisoner swaps, and humanitarian aid.
- Why this moment matters politically for President Trump, Prime Minister Netanyahu, and Hamas leadership.
- The deep obstacles still ahead: disarmament, governance of Gaza, and the ever-present spoilers who profit from chaos.
- Best-case and worst-case scenarios for the next 3 months, 3 years, and beyond.
- What this deal really means for the United States and the billions of dollars tied to Middle East “peace.”
Key Takeaway: Peace in the Middle East is easy to sign, hard to live. This deal may bring relief — but it isn’t the finish line. 👉 Watch, share, and join the conversation: Is this the beginning of a lasting peace, or just another ceasefire doomed to fail?
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