He came with high hopes, but he left with no breakthrough. The US Secretary of State Anthony Blinken has just finished his ninth visit to the Middle East, attempting to negotiate a peace deal between Israel and Hamas.

So is there anything to be optimistic about? Kamal and guest co-host Camilla Turner talk to former Oslo peace accords Israeli negotiator Daniel Levy about the major sticking points in negotiations and what if anything can overcome then. 

We also hear exclusive testimony from the families of the hostages about what they want Israel to do to save their loved ones.

And as Taylor Swift ends her UK portion of the Eras tour, we ask whether she should be crowned Queen of the World.

Producer: Lilian Fawcett

Executive Producer: Louisa Wells

Planning Editor: Venetia Rainey

Studio Operator: James England

Video Editor: Luke Goodsall

Social Media Producer: Niamh Walsh

Original music by Goss Studio

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