The Journal. A Fragile Cease-Fire Deal in Gaza
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Jan 16, 2025 
Anat Peled, a WSJ reporter based in Tel Aviv, discusses the fragile ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas aimed at pausing the 15-month war. She examines the complexities of hostage exchanges and the emotional responses from families on both sides. Peled highlights the uncertain future of the ceasefire and the influence of external factors like U.S. involvement. The conversation also delves into the challenges of sustaining peace amidst ongoing negotiations and the intricate balance of interests that must be navigated.
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Pathway to Peace
- There is a potential pathway to ending the war in Gaza, but it's uncertain.
- The involved parties must agree to proceed with the proposed deal.
Three-Phased Deal
- The planned ceasefire deal has three phases, starting with a temporary ceasefire and hostage exchange.
- Later phases involve negotiating a permanent end to the war and rebuilding Gaza.
Hostage Situation
- Of the 98 total hostages in Gaza, over 30 are confirmed dead by Israel.
- The initial hostage exchange will involve 33 of the most vulnerable individuals.