Northern Ireland Lessons Shadow Gaza Peace Push | JQJO

With Israelis and Palestinians awaiting what follows a ceasefire in Gaza, Northern Ireland’s peace playbook is back in focus. Tony Blair and Jonathan Powell have reemerged in talks, while Prime Minister Keir Starmer offers U.K. help to decommission Hamas’ weapons. A Trump-backed 20-point plan presses Hamas to disarm but omits core final‑status issues and a path to Palestinian statehood. Scholars see parallels yet emphasize vast differences amid Gaza’s devastation and heavy casualties. Northern Ireland’s progress relied on patience and inclusion; excluding Hamas may hinder any deal. Blair’s potential role remains contentious, and Britain’s influence may be modest.