The Intelligence from The Economist One peace at a time: hopeful Gaza talks
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Oct 6, 2025 
Anshul Pfeffer, The Economist's Israel correspondent, provides insightful analysis on the current Gaza negotiations. He discusses the unusual urgency of the talks, driven by recent U.S. actions and Trump's involvement. The proposed ceasefire includes crucial steps like halting Israeli operations and introducing aid flows. Anshul also explores the future governance of Gaza and the challenges of disarming Hamas. Meanwhile, he shares intriguing details about how international dynamics are shaping this pivotal moment.
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Moment Of High Appetite For A Ceasefire
- A rare window for a short-term Gaza ceasefire has opened because exhaustion and regional risk raised political will.
- Donald Trump has actively re-framed the moment, pushing mediators and rivals into a single negotiation push.
U.S. Leadership Is Actively Steering Talks
- The US is personally driving talks: Trump sent senior envoys and even Jared Kushner to shepherd the process.
- That US push reframes the talks from mediation to an administration-led imposition of a new narrative.
Doha Strike Changed The Calculus
- A botched Israeli strike on Doha shifted regional calculations, convincing Trump the war could escalate dangerously.
- That strike prompted renewed urgency for a grand plan to end the conflict before it drew in other allies.