Reasons for the Israel-Hamas ceasefire and concerns about the safety of hostages

The first brief ceasefire has taken effect in the war between Israel and Hamas in Gaza.

As the shooting stops, families are being reunited, as hostages are freed and civilian prisoners are released from behind bars. But meanwhile, decisions are being made about when and how the fighting will resume.

Today, contributor to The Saturday Paper and Middle East correspondent for The Economist Gregg Carlstrom, on the ceasefire, how long it could hold and what will happen when the war continues.

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Guest: Contributor to The Saturday Paper and Middle East correspondent for The Economist Gregg Carlstrom.

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