#1 A Palestinian Armistice Plan — In Conversation with Dr. Jamal Nusseibeh

In this debut episode of the EPICON podcast, Dr. Jamal Nusseibeh
discusses the »Palestinian Armistice Plan«—a bold proposal for a
long-term ceasefire, international protection, and a political
restart. We explore the broader political context surrounding
Netanyahu, Trump, and the two-state debate, as well as the role of
safety as a foundation for peace. Dr. Nusseibeh reflects on the
urgent need for internal Palestinian reform, including the future
of the PLO and engagement with Hamas. The conversation also
examines the idea of international peacekeepers, potential
political outcomes—from two states to a confederation—and why peace
ultimately depends not on destiny, but on political courage. The
episode concludes with a look at Europe’s potential role as a
transformative actor in the region. About EPICON: Palestinian and
Israeli civil society still has agency—agency over shaping the
current realities and the future of Palestine and Israel. Against
all odds, courageous individuals from both sides are choosing to
engage, to defy political stagnation, and to present concrete ideas
and plans for a peaceful solution. These individuals insist that
peace is not simply a diplomatic agreement; it must be built on the
ground, through dialogue, human connection, and shared commitment.
They claim that it is the responsibility of political leaders to
listen and to translate their insights and proposals into
decision-making and real action. Our Palestinian and Israeli guests
on this podcast include former prisoners and soldiers, relatives of
hostages, leading peace activists and mediators, scholars, legal
experts, and more—voices rarely heard in Europe. They bring
forward-thinking, pragmatic, and actionable ideas in response to a
central question: What can Europe do?