The Global Story Could Donald Trump reignite a peace deal for the Israel-Gaza war?
Jan 7, 2025
Rushdi Abu Alouf, BBC's Gaza correspondent, shares harrowing insights from the frontlines of the ongoing conflict, while Paul Adams, BBC's diplomatic correspondent, unpacks the complex political dynamics at play. They discuss the hopeful yet uncertain ceasefire talks in Doha and the potential influence of Donald Trump's presidency on peace initiatives. The humanitarian crises faced by Palestinians and the intricate negotiations surrounding hostage releases highlight the urgent need for resolution in this tumultuous landscape.
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Hamas Hostage List
- Hamas shared a list of 34 hostages they might release in a potential ceasefire's first stage.
- Hamas claims some hostages, including two babies and a woman, were killed in Israeli airstrikes.
Israel's Response and Hamas' Conditions
- Israel confirmed the hostage list but seeks clarification on each hostage's status (dead or alive).
- Hamas wants a period of calm to assess hostage status due to ongoing attacks and monitoring.
Multi-Stage Agreement
- The potential agreement aims to release sick, elderly, and civilian hostages in the first stage.
- Soldiers would be exchanged for Palestinian prisoners in a later stage.