The Times of Israel Daily Briefing Day 678 - Surrealism -- or censorship -- at Toronto film fest?
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Aug 14, 2025 David Horovitz, Editor at The Times of Israel, discusses urgent topics shaping the Middle East today. He dives into the fraught ceasefire negotiations involving Hamas and Israel, revealing internal conflicts within Israeli military leadership. The controversy surrounding Prime Minister Netanyahu's support of 'Greater Israel' sparks intense debate. Horovitz also touches on an international coalition proposed for stabilizing Gaza, and the uproar over a documentary pulled from the Toronto Film Festival highlights the ongoing struggle for narrative control.
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Why Hostage Ceasefire Talks Are Stalled
- Negotiations stalled because Hamas gains from international moves toward Palestinian statehood and sees less incentive to strike hostage deals.
- Netanyahu insists on destroying Hamas while recovering hostages, a stance that prevents easy compromise.
Unprecedented Public Row Between Zamir And Katz
- A public row erupted when IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir tried to present appointments and Defense Minister Israel Katz refused to meet him.
- Zamir went to Katz's office but was reportedly denied entry, producing an unprecedented damaging public dispute amid wartime operations.
Full Gaza Control Raises Civilian Burden
- Taking full control of Gaza would shift responsibility for all civilians to Israel, unlike the 75% currently held.
- Military leaders doubt the viability and human-cost implications of an overwhelming push into Gaza City.