Hostage Negotiations

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Post-Sinwar: Hostages, Succession & Thwarting Hamas Revival

Decision Points · 4 Nov

The assassination of Yahya Sinwar, a key leader in Hamas, marks a significant change in the power dynamics within the organization and poses challenges for both Hamas's future leadership and ongoing hostage negotiations.

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Could ceasefire talks really work this time? Qatar holds the key

Dan Perry in Forward · 28 Oct

The opinion piece by Dan Perry discusses the potential role Qatar could play in breaking the current impasse between Israel and Hamas by leveraging its financial influence over Hamas to secure a ceasefire and release hostages.

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Lahav Harkov: 'We are winning'

18 Questions, 40 Israeli Thinkers · 28 Oct

The episode explores Israeli political landscape and ongoing conflicts with Lahav Harkov, who asserts Israel's tangible gains in their multi-front war, particularly against Hamas and Hezbollah.

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Israel reportedly kills Hamas chief Yahya Sinwar

Ron Kampeas in Forward · 17 Oct

Yahya Sinwar, a prominent Hamas leader, was reportedly killed by Israeli forces in a shootout in Rafah.

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Pagers, Politics, and Police

Israel Policy Pod · 19 Sep

Neri Zilber and Shani Reichman delve into potential escalations between Israel and Hezbollah, exploring recent operations involving explosive devices and Hezbollah's communication networks, and what these mean for the region's stability.

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It Isn’t Easy Being Bibi

Cindy Scarr in Mishpacha · 9 Sep

Israeli Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu is grappling with immense internal and external pressures as he navigates Israel's ongoing conflict with Hamas, which has lasted over a year.

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Elon Perry // An Insider’s Take on the war in Gaza

Ami Magazine in Ami · 4 Sep

Elon Perry, a former member of Israel's elite Golani Brigade and a seasoned journalist, provides an insider's perspective on the complexities of the war in Gaza.

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Netanyahu apologizes for the first time to a hostage family, blames Hamas for captives’ deaths

Ron Kampeas in JTA · 1 Sep

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu issued a rare apology to the family of a hostage killed by Hamas, marking his first such apology amid ongoing public anger over his handling of the crisis.

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Middle East Crisis Moment: Stakes for the US-Israel Security Relationship

Decision Points · 19 Aug

The episode delves into the current Middle East crisis, focusing on retaliatory strikes by Iran and Hezbollah against Israel and the potential regional implications of the U.S.-brokered hostage-for-ceasefire negotiations in Doha.

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Israel's Waiting Game

Israel Policy Pod · 13 Aug

The episode delves into the tense geopolitical climate in the Middle East, focusing on potential Israeli conflicts with Iran and Hezbollah amidst domestic challenges like the controversial judicial overhaul proposition.

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Israel’s assassinations will not defeat Hamas and Hezbollah, but they are an effective tool for weakening them

Jewish Chronicle · 2 Aug

The practice of assassinating key leaders of terror organizations, as recently seen in Israel's targeting of Hamas and Hezbollah figures, is acknowledged not as a decisive defeat tactic but as a tool for weakening these groups by causing psychological damage, disrupting leadership, and sowing fear and distrust.

0 Politics Israel

The Long Good Biden - with Amos Harel and Special Co-Host David Remnick

Unholy: Two Jews on the News · 26 Jul

In a podcast episode with guest co-host David Remnick, Yonit discusses President Biden's decision not to run for reelection, the Democrats' support for Vice President Harris, and Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu's speech to Congress.

0 Politics Israel

Trumps All - with Alyssa Farah Griffin, Ayelet Levy Shachar and Special Co-Host Bianna Golodryga

Unholy: Two Jews on the News · 19 Jul

The episode explores Donald Trump's recent political developments and a potential hostage deal in Israel.

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Between Washington and the War

Israel Policy Pod · 17 Jul

Neri Zilber and Shanie Reichman analyze the complexities of the Israel-Hamas conflict, Israeli politics, and impending international engagements, particularly Netanyahu's visit to Washington and its implications.

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Between Washington and the War

Israel Policy Pod · 17 Jul

The episode delves into the intricate political and military dynamics between Israel and its regional adversaries and allies, particularly focusing on recent developments related to Israel's security threats and the diplomatic relationship with the United States.

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Netanyahu is doing a terrible and terrific job at the same time.

Joshua Hoffman in Future of Jewish · 15 Jul

The article discusses Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's leadership during the Israel-Hamas-Hezbollah war, highlighting both commendable and questionable aspects.

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Amos Harel: 'Netanyahu is using the Trump shooting to vilify Israel's protest movement'

Haaretz Weekly · 14 Jul

The episode discusses the Israeli airstrike targeting Hamas's military leader Mohammed Deif, with security analyst Amos Harel providing insights into its potential impact amid ongoing hostilities and hostage negotiations.

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Israel at War – Nine Months

For Heaven's Sake · 10 Jul

Donniel Hartman and Yossi Klein Halevi engage in a critical discussion about Israeli society's response nine months into ongoing conflict and the complexities surrounding negotiations.

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'A war in Lebanon won't be a duel with Hezbollah, Israel will face Iran's entire axis of resistance'

Haaretz Weekly · 24 Jun

Yoram Schweitzer argues that Israel's path to avoiding a full-scale conflict with Hezbollah lies in swiftly resolving the ongoing war with Hamas in Gaza.

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No Quiet On The Northern Front - with special guest Nas Daily

Unholy: Two Jews on the News · 7 Jun

Yonit and Jonathan discuss the implications of a potential northern front opening in the ongoing Israeli conflict, especially with the looming threat from Hezbollah.

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What Matters Now to Rav Doron Perez: Life after his hostage son's death

What Matters Now · 23 May

Rav Doron Perez discusses the tragic death of his son Daniel during the October 7th attacks by Hamas and how this loss has deepened his connection to Israel and fortified his commitment to Religious Zionism.

0 Politics Israel

Ceasefire Reports and Netanyahu's Retorts

Israel Policy Pod · 8 May

Host Nery Zilber speaks with Haaretz Military Correspondent Amos Harel about recent developments in the ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict, focusing on Israel's ground movements into Rafah and the diplomatic challenges around a proposed ceasefire and hostage exchange.

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With talks at an impasse, Hamas and Israel trade deadly fire as Israel signals it’s ready to invade Rafah

Ben Sales in JTA · 6 May

Amid stalled negotiations, Hamas and Israel exchanged deadly fire in Rafah, with Hamas rocket fire killing three Israeli soldiers and Israel responding by closing a border crossing and bombing Rafah, resulting in 16 deaths.

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Campus Chaos, Ceasefire Considerations, and Rafah Remonstrations

Israel Policy Pod · 3 May

The episode dissects university campus protests surrounding the ongoing Gaza conflict, explores the possibility of a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas, and evaluates the strategic challenges Israel faces after several months of warfare.

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Hamas releases video showing American-Israeli hostage Hersh Goldberg-Polin talking about Passover

Susan Greene in Forward · 24 Apr

The article discusses the release of a propaganda video by Hamas featuring American-Israeli hostage Hersh Goldberg-Polin, who was captured during an attack near Gaza and had lost his hand.

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