Why are Israel's deals to exchange hostages so lopsided?

Jerome Socolovsky, an NPR correspondent with deep insights into Middle Eastern conflicts, discusses the complexities behind the imbalanced hostage exchanges between Israel and Hamas. He reveals how history influences current negotiations and the U.S. support that underpins these deals. Socolovsky also delves into the emotional and ethical challenges of bringing hostages home, emphasizing the societal pressure in Israel to never abandon their citizens. The conversation highlights the deeply human stories interwoven within the political landscape.