The Story A breakthrough in Gaza
Oct 10, 2025
Tal Schneider, a political and diplomatic correspondent for The Times of Israel, provides on-the-ground insights into the recent ceasefire negotiations in Gaza. She discusses the unexpected announcement by Trump and its immediate impact on public sentiment. Schneider delves into the complexities of the ceasefire deal, including troop withdrawals and humanitarian aid. She highlights the emotional reactions from Israelis, the shifting dynamics of negotiations, and speculates on the future implications for Netanyahu and the region, along with Trump's potential Nobel prize candidacy.
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Late-Night Announcement And Mystical Rain
- Tal Schneider stayed up late and watched the announcement on Truth Social before Israel's short statement followed hours later.
- She felt joy and relief, then noted the first seasonal rain felt almost mystical the next morning.
Hostages First, Then Phased Military Pullback
- The deal prioritises returning civilian hostages first, with a 24-hour halt to military activities followed by releases within 72 hours.
- Initial withdrawal aims to pull IDF forces back from city centres toward a Salah Adin road line as a temporary buffer.
Humanitarian Access And Large Prisoner Swaps
- The arrangement includes immediate humanitarian access with up to 600 aid trucks daily and returns of bodies held in Israel.
- It also stipulates releasing 250 convicted prisoners and about 1,700 others not yet convicted.