On today’s episode of Global News Today on Al Arabiya English presented by Tom Burges Watson we bring you the latest updates from Gaza, where ceasefire negotiations show some signs of movement amid intensifying humanitarian challenges.

As temperatures soar above seasonal averages, residents already facing dire conditions are now grappling with extreme heat, further straining access to water, shelter, and medical care. We are joined by Gershon Baskin, Former Hostage Negotiator (from minute 2.00) and a spokesperson from a leading humanitarian organization.

We also speak with Amanda Makki, a Republican strategist, on this US Independence Day. She reflects on key developments in American politics this week, including 4th of July commemorations and growing discussions around Donald Trump’s proposed bill that’s stirring debate ahead of the 2024 election.

Stay tuned for comprehensive global coverage, political insights, and on-the-ground reporting you won’t find anywhere else.

Guests:
– Shaina Low, Spokesperson for the Norwegian Refugee Council
– Gershon Baskin, Former Hostage Negotiator
– Amanda Makki, Republican Strategist
– Professor Ahsan Iqbal, Minister of Planning and Development of Pakistan


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Tom Burges Watson

Tom Burges Watson's broadcasting career began at CNN International. He then came to France 24 in 2008 as a Producer, then Business Editor. Since 2011, he has been a full-time News Anchor. Over the years he has reported for the BBC World Service, Fox, Monocle and NBC. Tom Burges Watson holds an MA in Japanese from Edinburgh University and studied management and finance at INSEAD in Singapore.