13 Recognition is the Beginning Conference: Daniel Levy - The political and geopolitical context

13 Recognition is the Beginning Conference: Daniel Levy - The political and geopolitical context

From Britain Palestine Project by Diana Safieh

June 4, 2026 · 17 min

About this episode

Daniel Levy discusses the political and geopolitical context of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict and its humanitarian implications.

Negotiator and political analyst Daniel Levy examines the political frameworks, diplomatic initiatives and international mechanisms that have shaped recent developments in Gaza and the wider Israeli-Palestinian conflict. Arguing that humanitarian realities cannot be separated from political decisions, Levy explores how international diplomacy, ceasefire arrangements and institutional responses have influenced conditions on the ground and the prospects for Palestinian self-determination. The session explores: The relationship between humanitarian conditions in Gaza and international political decision-making. The development and implications of the post-war ceasefire framework and related diplomatic initiatives. The role of the United Nations Security Council and international institutions in shaping the current political landscape. The creation and function of the proposed "Board of Peace" governance structure. Questions of accountability, international law and the implementation of International Court of Justice rulings. International aid mechanisms, reconstruction efforts and donor frameworks relating to Gaza. Debates surrounding Palestinian governance, representation…

People in this episode

Host: Diana Safieh

Guest: Daniel Levy

Topics covered

  • Israeli-Palestinian conflict
  • international diplomacy
  • humanitarian conditions
  • ceasefire arrangements
  • Palestinian self-determination
  • international law
  • governance structures

Keywords

  • Gaza
  • diplomatic initiatives
  • international mechanisms
  • accountability
  • reconstruction efforts
  • Palestinian governance
  • international aid

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: United Nations Security Council, International Court of Justice, UNRWA

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