Unholy: Two Jews on the News The Deal - with Amos Harel
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Jan 16, 2025 Amos Harel, a military affairs analyst for Haaretz, dives deep into the recent breakthrough deal aimed at bringing hostages home after a grueling 15-month conflict in Gaza. He discusses the complex emotions of hope and apprehension surrounding the agreement. Harel sheds light on the political dynamics influencing ceasefire negotiations and the roles of U.S. envoys. The conversation touches on the emotional toll on families of hostages and the moral dilemmas in public discourse, emphasizing the fragile path toward healing amidst ongoing trauma.
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Unexpected Shared Joy
- Jonathan Friedland was surprised by the joyous celebrations in both Tel Aviv and Gaza after the deal announcement.
- This made him question why the conflict continued for so long if the people desired peace.
Delayed Deal, Lives Lost
- Jonathan Friedland expresses anger that the hostage deal took 15 months.
- He believes the deal could have been reached much earlier, preventing many deaths.
Hostage Release Details
- Amos Harel, military analyst, explains the deal involves two main hostage groups.
- The first group includes 33 hostages to be released within 42 days, with a larger number of live hostages than initially expected.