"Exploring Paths to Peace: The Role of Negotiations and Two-State Solutions in Israel-Gaza Conflict"

Amidst the escalating death toll in Gaza following clashes between Hamas and Israeli forces, veterans of past peace negotiations express cautious optimism about the potential for peace. Despite the current far-right Israeli government and Hamas' control over Gaza, the global attention on the conflict since October 7 has renewed discussions about a two-state solution. Former negotiators suggest that the crisis could present an opportunity for peace if the international community, led by the U.S. and Arab nations, takes a more active role in mediating the conflict. However, the path to peace is fraught with challenges, including security concerns, the status of Israeli settlements, governance in Gaza, and the future of Jerusalem.