In arms’ way: Gaza-deal sticking points

President Donald Trump’s claim that Hamas had agreed to disarm in Gaza was, at best, premature. We examine the sticking points of a lasting deal. New-business applications are on a tear in America. We ask why so many people are working for themselves—but not doing much hiring. And the enduring popularity of radio in Africa, aided rather than degraded by social media. 

Guests and host:

• Anshel Pfeffer, Israel correspondent
• Shera Avi-Yonah, business correspondent
• William Finlator, contributor to The Economist
• Jason Palmer, co-host of “The Intelligence”

Topics covered: 

• Gaza, Hamas, Israel, Board of Peace
• American business, entrepreneurship
• Africa, media, radio

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