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Podcast: Mission Network News - Middle East
Episode: Summer course studies peace in the Holy Land
Description: Palestine (MNN) – Negotiations between Israel and Hamas show little progress towards a ceasefire in Gaza and the release of Israeli hostages. Israel refuses to allow displaced residents to return to their homes, and Hamas will not release Israeli hostages until all its demands are met. Another difficulty is deciding how many Palestinian prisoners Israel will release in exchange for each Israeli hostage. Neither party takes responsibility for the ongoing stalemate. Learn more here.
Meanwhile, the war in Gaza has entered its sixth month. Just one hour away, the reports of death and destruction have taken a toll on...