Palestinian leadership
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio: Gaza War Continues as Hostage Release Negotiations Progress
Oct 05, 2025 10:32 pm CST
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio clarifies that the Gaza conflict remains ongoing despite progress in hostage release negotiations with Hamas. While Hamas has agreed to President Trump's framework for releasing hostages in exchange for Israeli withdrawal to the "yellow line," Rubio emphasizes that establishing long-term peace through Palestinian leadership restructuring and terrorist disarmament presents even greater challenges ahead.
The Geographic and Political Barriers to Palestinian Statehood: Beyond Diplomatic Recognition
Sep 26, 2025 04:27 pm CST
This comprehensive analysis examines how territorial fragmentation through Israeli settlement expansion and governance challenges pose significant obstacles to establishing a viable Palestinian state, despite increasing international recognition. The article explores historical border changes, presents new satellite imagery research on settlement growth, and investigates how geographic realities are fueling cycles of violence that threaten both Palestinian sovereignty and Israeli security.