Negotiating a Deal with Hamas

This chapter explores the challenges and complexities of negotiating a deal with Hamas, focusing on exchanging hostages and ceasefire commitments. It delves into skepticism towards Hamas honoring agreements and the strategic advantage they gain from holding hostages, while also discussing Israel's dilemma in balancing internal pressures and external objectives in the conflict. The conversation raises concerns about the feasibility of a permanent ceasefire with Hamas and questions the practicality and effectiveness of proposed deals.