🎙️ TODAY on The Rhett Palmer Show 🎙️ We're honored to welcome back David Hunter , retired U.S. diplomat, for a powerful global affairs discussion you won’t want to miss. Joining us live via Zoom, David brings his seasoned insight to today’s most pressing international headlines. 🌍 Here’s what we’re covering on today’s show: 1️⃣ Xi’s WWII Military Parade & Global Power Posturing Chinese President Xi Jinping is hosting a massive 80th Anniversary Parade marking the end of WWII —with Vladimir Putin and Kim Jong Un in attendance. This follows a major meeting of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization , including India’s PM Modi . 👉 What’s the deeper meaning behind this show of force and unity? 2️⃣ Europe’s Shift: Recognizing Palestinian Statehood The UK, France, and Belgium are signaling plans to officially recognize Palestine during next week’s UN General Assembly . 👉 Why are these key nations making this move now, and what could it mean for Middle East diplomacy? 3️⃣ Crisis in Gaza: IDF Chief vs. Netanyahu Israel’s top general is urging a 60-day ceasefire , citing troop exhaustion and rising hostage risks. Meanwhile, Prime Minister Netanyahu insists on continuing the war, and Donald Trump is weighing in with calls to “finish it quickly.” 👉 Where is this headed, and what are the implications for peace—or further conflict? 📻 Tune in for a compelling conversation with real-world perspective from someone who’s been in the room where diplomacy happens. Support the show
