Economist Podcasts Against the clock: Gaza peace talks
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Jan 6, 2025 
In this discussion, Anshul Pfeffer, The Economist's Israel correspondent, and Guy Scriven, a global business writer, dive into the ongoing ceasefire negotiations in Qatar amid Israel's military actions in Gaza. They analyze the complex dynamics of hostages and public opinion in Israel as the U.S. political landscape shifts. Transitioning to business, they highlight the impressive performance of Nordic firms in the global market and explore the cultural and economic factors driving their success, alongside the political challenges facing democracy in Asia.
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Gaza Conflict Status
- Despite ongoing peace talks in Qatar, Israel continued to strike targets in Gaza.
- A sense of anticipated change exists due to the upcoming new American administration.
Ceasefire Timeframe
- The current situation points towards a ceasefire and hostage release agreement within two weeks.
- This timeframe aligns with the inauguration of Donald Trump and involves collaboration between outgoing and incoming US administrations.
Hostage Video
- Hamas released a video of Israeli soldier Liri Albag, held hostage since October 7th.
- This act serves as proof of life, psychological pressure, and a sign of Hamas's willingness to negotiate.