Hostage Deal

0 Politics Israel

Cindy Scarr in Mishpacha · 6 Nov

Cindy Scarr discusses the evolving political and military situation in Israel, focusing on tensions between Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and the defense establishment.

0 Politics Communities

Pain and Division

Natan Slifkin in Rationalist Judaism · 2 Sep

The article "Pain and Division" discusses the intense political and social discord in Israel following the murder of six hostages.

0 Politics Leadership

The Trump-Harris Socialism Problem

The Commentary Magazine Podcast · 16 Aug

In a podcast episode titled "The Trump-Harris Socialism Problem," the hosts discuss Donald Trump's press conference, Kamala Harris's economic proposals, negotiations over a hostage deal, and Minouche Shafik's resignation.

0 Politics Sports

'Amazing mental preparation': How Israeli athletes made history at the Paris Olympics

Haaretz Weekly · 13 Aug

Israeli athletes at the Paris Olympics made history by winning an unprecedented seven medals, marking a significant achievement in Israel's Olympic history.

0 Politics Israel

A hostage deal must wait for Iran’s retaliation – but Bibi wants one

Jewish Chronicle · 7 Aug

Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu's intentions regarding a potential hostage deal with Hamas seem uncertain, with initial signs pointing to a possible agreement, then shifting to added demands making a deal difficult.

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Israel at War – War by Retaliation

For Heaven's Sake · 7 Aug

Following the recent events where Israel targeted a Hezbollah commander in Beirut and Hamas' political leader was assassinated in Tehran, Donniel Hartman and Yossi Klein Halevi analyze the repercussions of these actions on the potential hostage agreement progress and the Israeli perspective on retaliatory measures.

0 Politics Israel

After uncertainty, Benjamin Netanyahu secures meetings with Joe Biden, Kamala Harris and Donald Trump

Ron Kampeas in JTA · 23 Jul

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has secured meetings with President Joe Biden, Vice President Kamala Harris, and former President Donald Trump after uncertainty surrounding the scheduling.

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Hostage families to Netanyahu: Don’t come to Washington without a hostage deal

Beth Harpaz in Forward · 16 Jul

Hostage families of Americans held by Hamas are adamantly against Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's upcoming speech to Congress in Washington, demanding a hostage deal be secured before any diplomatic visit.

0 Politics History

The State of Israel's Multi-Front War

Israel Policy Pod · 10 Jul

Renowned Middle East commentator Ehud Yaari discusses the ongoing conflict in Gaza and the intricate balance of regional tensions, including the potential for cessation of hostilities with Hezbollah and the complex dynamics in the West Bank.

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Israel and Hamas mulling latest hostage deal as unrest roils region

Ron Kampeas in JTA · 3 Jul

Israel and Hamas are considering a new hostage exchange deal to temporarily end hostilities, with both sides reviewing the proposal.

0 Politics Israel

Netanyahu recommits to Biden’s proposed hostage deal after families release grim video

Ron Kampeas in JTA · 24 Jun

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has reaffirmed his commitment to a proposed hostage deal advocated by President Joe Biden, following the release of a distressing video by families of abducted individuals.

0 Politics Israel

What’s going to happen in Israeli politics now Gantz has quit the coalition

Jewish Chronicle · 10 Jun

Benny Gantz's departure from the coalition government has raised questions about the future of Israeli politics, particularly regarding the decisions to be made in the aftermath of the recent conflict and potential conflicts in Gaza and Lebanon.

0 Politics Israel

Israel at War – A Turning Point

For Heaven's Sake · 5 Jun

Israel faces a critical junction as it contends with ongoing challenges in Gaza, emerging threats from Hezbollah in the north, and a delicate political landscape that puts Prime Minister Netanyahu's leadership to the test.

0 Politics Israel

Biden and Bibi: A Political Dumpster Fire

Joshua Hoffman in Future of Jewish · 9 May

U.S. President Joe Biden and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu have faced criticism for their seemingly contradictory statements regarding Israel's actions against Hamas, with Biden initially expressing support for Israel's goals and later suggesting a lack of support for offensive actions in certain areas.

0 Politics Israel

The Moral Imperative of Fully Supporting Israel

Emes Ve-Emunah · 7 May

The text emphasizes the moral imperative of fully supporting Israel, rejecting comparisons of Zionism to Nazism and underscoring Israel's treatment of its Arab citizens as fundamentally different from apartheid.

0 Politics Israel

Who is behind Biden's sloppy approach to the Israel-Hamas war?

Joshua Hoffman in Future of Jewish · 7 May

The text discusses the perceived mismanagement by the Biden administration of the Israel-Hamas conflict, suggesting that the U.S., under Obama's influence, has taken an anti-Israel stance due to progressive ideology within the State Department.

0 Politics Israel

US and 17 other countries with hostages in Gaza call for their release in exchange for a ceasefire

Ron Kampeas in JTA · 25 Apr

The Biden administration and 17 other countries, excluding Israel, with hostages in Gaza have jointly called for the immediate release of the hostages in exchange for a comprehensive ceasefire to end hostilities between Israel and Hamas, despite Israel's goal of removing Hamas from power.

0 Politics Israel

Analysis: Are we on the cusp of a ceasefire and hostage deal?

Jacob Kornbluh in Forward · 8 Apr

Israel and Hamas are potentially close to securing a temporary ceasefire in Gaza and the release of some Israeli hostages, following ongoing indirect negotiations supported by key mediators like Qatar and Egypt.

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Hamas makes formal offer for hostage deal and truce; Netanyahu rejects demands as ‘still absurd’

Philissa Cramer in Forward · 15 Mar

Hamas has presented a formal counter-proposal in ongoing talks with Israel regarding a potential temporary ceasefire and hostage release, raising hopes for the release of more Israeli hostages taken on Oct. 7.

0 Politics Ethics

Israel at War – Rafah

For Heaven's Sake · 28 Feb

Donniel Hartman and Yossi Klein Halevi tackle Israel's complex decision-making regarding potential military actions in Rafah, considering humanitarian impacts, geopolitical dynamics, and psychological needs.

0 Politics Israel

Home Front Ep. 51 (2.1.24)

MishAdmin in Mishpacha · 1 Feb

The latest episode of Home Front discusses the potential for a hostage deal and the potential costs involved.

0 Politics Israel

The ugly price Israel will pay for the decision-making failures that led to October 7

Haaretz Weekly · 22 Jan

Chuck Freilich, a former Israeli deputy national security adviser, discusses the problematic consequences of Israel's conflict with Hamas in a conversation with Haaretz podcast host Allison Kaplan Sommer.

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What Happens Next: AJC’s Avital Leibovich on the Hostage Deal and Challenges Ahead

People of the Pod · 29 Nov 2023

In this interview, Lt. Col. (res.) Avital Leibovich, director of AJC Jerusalem, discusses the current pause in fighting between Israel and Hamas, the release of hostages, international support for Israel, and the challenges Israel faces in the West Bank.

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A Painful Deal

Natan Slifkin in Rationalist Judaism · 28 Nov 2023

The author discusses the pain caused by a recent hostage deal and aims to alleviate some of the concerns surrounding it.

0 Politics Israel

The hostage deal: a new phase in the war - with Amos Harel

Call Me Back · 23 Nov 2023

In this episode, Amos Harel discusses the complexities and implications of a potential hostage exchange deal amid ongoing military tensions between Israel and Hamas.

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