The inside story of the Gaza ceasefire

Veteran hostage negotiator Gershon Baskin on what led to the US-brokered truce—and what’s next

By Prospect Team

October 24, 2025

Donald Trump on arrival in Israel to advance the US-brokered ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas. Image: Blueee / Alamy

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