

Emergency Episode: DEAL! - with Nadav Eyal
90 snips Oct 9, 2025
Nadav Eyal, an experienced Israeli journalist and ARK Media contributor, delves into a historic ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas. He highlights the imminent release of hostages and the negotiation's ties to Trump's 21-point plan. Eyal discusses the balancing act of Palestinian prisoner releases, territorial negotiations, and the challenges of retrieving Israeli bodies. He also explores the implications for Gaza's future and how military pressure has reshaped Hamas's decision-making. The conversation reveals the complexities of this pivotal moment in the region.
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Shehechiyanu Marks Emotional Moment
- Nadav recited the Shehechiyanu prayer and described the emotional weight of hostages returning after two years.
- He emphasized personal and national relief at the historical moment.
Trump Plan As Negotiation Lever
- The deal’s foundation used President Trump’s 21-point plan as the negotiating framework.
- Agreeing to just the first phase made rapid consensus possible in Sharm el-Sheikh.
Hostages Returned, Bodies Delayed
- All living hostages are expected to be released immediately under the agreement, but returning Israeli bodies may take longer.
- Hamas argued some bodies are buried across devastated Gaza and cannot be retrieved within 72 hours.