‘Could’ve been settled long ago’: Following extensive delays, there will ‘definitely’ be a ceasefire

The US, Qatar, Egypt have intensified efforts to seal a ceasefire that would facilitate the release of hostages held in Gaza since Hamas’s October 2023 attack on Israel that sparked the brutal war. For in-depth analysis and a deeper perspective, FRANCE 24’s Carys Garland welcomes Israeli international researcher, lawyer and negotiator Nomi Bar-Yaacov. She is currently an Associate Fellow of Chatham House’s International Security Program.