The Israeli Military says it is on the outskirts of Gaza City, and that's just the first step of a larger operation. CNN Jerusalem Bureau Chief Oren Liebermann joins the show from Jerusalem, followed by Israeli political analyst Dahlia Scheindlin.
Also on today's show: author Bill McKibben, "Here Comes the Sun: A Last Chance for the Climate and Fresh Chance for Civilization"; artist Amy Sherald
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Israel Prepares Gaza City Takeover
The Israeli military is calling up more than 60,000 army reservists ahead of the planned takeover and occupation of Gaza City. Gaza City is one of the most densely populated areas of Gaza, and officials there are calling for international intervention, fearing for what will likely be the forced displacement of hundreds of thousands of Palestinian civilians. Paula Hancocks joins the show to discuss.
Also on today's show: Director Julia Loktev and her co-director, Russian journalist Anna Nemzer, discuss their new documentary "My Undesirable Friends"; Christopher Sabatini, Senior Fellow for Latin America, Chatham House
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Is Russia's War in Ukraine Any Closer to Ending?
After Ukrainian President Zelensky visited the White House with European leaders, it's still not clear if Moscow's war in Ukraine is any closer to ending. Now European and world leaders are assessing the aftermath of the high-stakes meeting. Benjamin Haddad is France's Minister for European Affairs and he joins the show to discuss his nation's support for a strong and autonomous Ukraine.
Also on today's show: Former Russian Foreign Minister Andrei Kozyrev; Jimmy Lai's lawyer Caoilfhionn Gallagher and son Sebastien Lai
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Special Preview: Trump-Putin Summit
Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin are meeting in Alaska, ostensibly to discuss ending the war in Ukraine. Notably absent, however, is Ukraine President Zelensky. His position on a ceasefire has been consistent since the beginning of the war, as you'll hear from Christiane's conversation with him, recorded at the Munich Security Conference in February.
Also on today's show: Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov; Bill Browder, CEO and Co-founder, Hermitage Capital Management, who was deported from Russia in 2005
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Putin Praises Trump Ahead of Summit
Vladimir Putin had positive words for Donald Trump on the eve of their Alaska summit, flattering Trump’s diplomatic initiative and hinting at broader opportunities for peace. Meanwhile, Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelensky met with British Prime Minister Keir Starmer today to underscore a united front among western leaders, who agree that any peace plan must start with a ceasefire, and that Ukraine must be at the table for any follow-up negotiations. For perspective, Christiane is joined by former Ukraine Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba.
Also on today's show: Gen. Nimrod Sheffer, Ret. Chief of Planning of the Israeli Air Force & Hiba Qasas, Executive Director, Principles For Peace Foundation; Texas Democratic representative James Talarico
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