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“Gershon Baskin, is one of the outstanding originators of peace initiatives in our era. This is based on a deep belief in the qualities of human affinity, human dignity, and selflessness. He is a pluralist and recognizes that social behavior is essential to building peace through participation from the bottom up. Gershon promotes the art of conversation and listening, which in my mind is a major contribution to waging peace.”
"Dr. Baskin has earned the trust and regard of diverse individuals, some serving at the highest levels of government on both sides, and countless numbers serving the cause of peace and coexistence on the ground through practical economic, environmental and strategic projects. I cannot name any individual with more devotion to and greater knowledge of the complex issues involved in laying a foundation for lasting peace between the Israeli and Palestinian people."
“Gershon Baskin is among Israel’s most intrepid pursuers of peace. His book is not only a fascinating journey across the Jewish-Palestinian divide, it also provides that rarest commodity in these dark times: hope.”
"My students were absolutely riveted by your story and your assessment of the current situation.
One student told me that after a decade of studying the conflict and four different classes in college and law school, he felt for the first time that he had a coherent understanding after hearing from you.”
Gershon Baskin may be one of the few sane voices left on both sides of the Israeli-Palestinian divide.
Gershon Baskin shares his thoughts with the Australian Broadcasting Corporation regarding the serious questions about whether senior Hamas military leader, Mohammed Deif assumed death could alter the course of the on-going ceasefire negotiations, with increasing internal pressure on Hamas leadership to strike a deal.
Gershon Baskin feels that peace will become possible if there us an emergence of leaders on both side who begin speaking the language of peace and demonstrate their willingness and the political sophistication by reaching out – even if they are not presently in power
Gershon Baskin shares with CNN’s Becky Anderson on the Connect The World show his analysis of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's political objectives and posturing in these deal negotiations, and comments on the role of the United States' 'pressure' towards a ceasefire and its own political objectives, as President Biden's image and strength weakens domestically.
Gershon Baskin thinks that Hamas will give in to additional Israeli demands,” such as staying on the Philadelphi Corridor, and that Hamas is also unlikely to agree to an Israeli demand of “a veto on the selection of Palestinian prisoners to be released
Gershon Baskin shares why he thinks that there are reasons for cautious optimism as he believes that Hamas may be ready to reconsider its insistence that Israel commit to a permanent ceasefire in Gaza before signing an agreement that would usher in a temporary truce and begin a process to release hostages still held in Gaza.
Gershon Baskin shares with Uri Levi and Sharon Wechsler of Kan-Israeli Public Broadcasting Corporation what he thinks is unusual about the current response of the Hamas. He claims that the Hamas has officially claimed that they have submitted a response to the new American proposals, but they do not reveal what is included in their response.
Gershon Baskin passionatley feels that the time has come for the Palestinians to make clear that they seek to build their own country with honor and dignity – not in place of Israel, but next to it
Gershon Baskin says it’s time to bypass the mediators and open a direct line of communication with Hamas.
Gershon Baskin discusses with EWTN Global Catholic Network how the hostage rescue at Nuseirat impacted negotiations and the psyche of both sides and on how he sees the next days and weeks playing out and whether we will see a deal soon or whether the war will continue on.
Gershon Baskin feels that Benjamin Netanyahu continues to be the most dangerous person to Israel’s future.
Gershon Baskin shares with NewsNationNow his insights regarding the current interventions of U.S. Secretary of State Anthony Bliken and feels that Hamas is not willing to make any agreement that does not end the war.
Gershon Baskin reflects on the reports that captives have been brought back from Gaza and Palestinians were killed during a major Israeli military operation.
Gershon Baskin shares his reasons why he still believes in and works towards finding a lasting peace.
Gershon Baskin sincerely feels that we have had enough of the fossils of yesterday who are stuck in a victimization narrative and that we need new and challenging, compelling voices to brong a sustainable peace to the Middle East
Gershon Baskin told Sky News host Erin Molan that the military pressure on Gaza "has killed hostages" after eight months of war and “We are in a deadlock situation of almost no negotiations between the parties,” as “The hostages remain in Gaza.”
Gershon Baskin shares his opinions regarding Norway, Ireland and Spain formally recognizing the state of Palestine A-amid the ongoing Gaza war and why Palestinians welcomed the move, while Israel sharply condemned it.
Gershon Baskin shares with Ciara Kelly of NewsTalk his insights regarding Ireland, Norway and Spain recognizing Palestine as independent state and what it means for diplomatic relations as President Joe Biden has opposed 'unilateral recognition' of Palestine.
Gershon Baskin shares his ideas regarding the steps that must be taken now in the Middle East
Gershon Baskin shares his ideas regarding how the current proposal will empower Hamas to remain in Gaza, and remains in power. And Israel risks another October 7th. The responsibility lies with Netanyahu. He has never dealt with the Day After. Which is the only real problem: Who should give the keys to Gaza to? This is a war without strategy.
Gershon Baskin shares his unique perspective on the Israel–Hamas War at a webinar hosted by Tte John Joseph “Joe” Moakley Chair of Peace and Reconciliation of the University of Massachusetts Boston.
Gershon Baskin senses that it is personal interest of Netanyahu to prolong the war,
Gershon Baskin shares with News Nation Now, his ideas regarding the gaps between the positions of The Hamas and Israel and reflects on the proposals that he would put on the table.
Beyond The Headlines, host Nada AlTaher talks to Israeli political analyst Gershon Baskin about the Israeli incursion into Rafah and the prospects for a ceasefire.
Gershon Baskin feels that Israel made a very big mistake because we agreed to negotiate for 33 hostages and not all of them.
Gershon Baskin discusses the cease-fire proposal accepted by Hamas from Egypt and Qatar.
Gershon Baskin shares with Rosie Wright and James Hanson on the Times Radio Breakfast show, his thoughts regarding what is/is not happening and what will/will not happen in Rafah.
Gershon Baskin, knowing full well about the Netanyahu government’s unanimous decision to close Al Jazeera in Israel, agrees to be interviewed by Al Jazeera. He discuses forced displacement from southern Gaza, negotiations tactics, the hstage deal, the Rafah offensive and brings his unique insight to the question about Whats next?
Gershon provides honest, balanced historical context for this centuries-old conflict in the region
Gershon Baskin tells his remarkable story and addresses the questions: What price is too high to pay? Should Israel negotiate with terrorists? Is the doctrine of ‘no-one gets left behind’ a moral duty of every country?
Gershon Baskin believes that freedom, liberation, independence and dignity for both peoples is the only way to provide security for us all.
Gershon Baskin senses that it appears that Hamas has agreed to the framework that Egypt proposed and Israel has already accepted and if Israel sends its top negotiators to Cairo that would signify that it’s very serious.
Gershon Baskin shares his insights on whether the war will escalate further with an Israeli offensive in Rafah.
rshon Baskin Shares with Connell McShane of News Nation Now his thoughts regarding the likelihood of a new hostage deal, and the possibility of an incursion into Rafah
Gershon Baskin shares with CNN's Fredricka Whitfield his analysis regarding the "proof of life" videos of Keith Siegel and Omri Miran, the Hamas's demands from the Israeli Government, and the position of the Israeli Government.
Gershon Baskin shares with Judy Trotter of JW3 (Jewish Community Centre - London) His thoughts on the current situation in Israel
Gershon Baskin in an interview with the Bulgarian free-to-air television network NOVA, shares his advice which is targeted at helping leaders in the region to assess the situation without relying on assumptions. The interview with Read more…
Gershon Baskin shares with Dr. Peter Münch, why he considers Israel's efforts to release the hostages to be a disaster today.
Gershon Baskin shares with David Aaronovitch his insights regarding the Hamas and senses that the Hamas had planned from the outset to take hostages.
Gershon Baskin feels that Israel’s first priority to do everything humanly possible to bring the hostages home, because Israel failed to protect its citizens on October 7 and Israel has a moral responsibility to bring them home.
Gershon Baskin senses that there's a lot more American pressure on Israel, and on Egypt and Qatar to put pressure on Hamas.
Gershon Baskin says the end of Ramadan might be a good time for a ceasefire to allow Israeli forces and Hamas "to cool off".
Gershon Baskin shares with Yaakov Elon regarding the state of the negotiations for the hostage deal.
As the war in Gaza enters its seventh month, Gershon Baskin feels that "Israel needs to change its strategy" on negotiations regarding the release of hostages held in the Strip.
Gershon Baskin senses that there are two traumatized societies in the Middle East and that they really need the help of the international community to find a diplomatic way to end the war.
Gershon Baskin firmly believes that the first order of the day is to end this war. Enough!
Gershon Baskin reflects on the deaths of the workers of the World Central Kitchen (WCK) and comes to the conclusion that the war needs to end.
Gershon Baskin Shares with News Nation Now the Ramifications of the World Central Kitchen tragedy, who are providing fresh meals in response to humanitarian, climate, and community crises.
Gershon Baskin shares with Steve Leibowitz of ILTV his unique insights on why the Hamas has rejected the latest Israeli Offer.
Gershon Baskin feels that the military pressure that Israel has put on the Hamas has gotten more hostages killed and that a deal has to be made quickly.
Gershon Baskin shares with Fran Kelly of the Australian Broadcasting Corporation why the Rafah operation would be "catastrophic".
Die Verhandlungen über einen Waffenstillstand in Gaza und ein Geiselabkommen sind in Doha wieder aufgenommen worden. Die jüngste Antwort der Hamas deutet auf den möglichen Willen der Hamas hin, eine Einigung zu erzielen. Was das bedeuten könnte.
Gershon Baskin believes that It is hard to recognize through the anger and the desire for revenge that a solution is in front of us. But it is there. It is not easy and it requires a lot of work. It will require that we make great efforts to learn from the failures of the past.
Gershon Baskin highlights the dire situation of the remaining hostages held by Hamas and emphasized the importance of finding a diplomatic solution to end the war.
Gershon Baskin shares his insights on the Hamas proposal to end of Israel's war on Gaza.
Gershon Baskin believes that all 193 member states of the United Nations (194 with the State of Palestine) should recognize both Palestine and Israel and should support the two-states solution.
Gershon Baskin shares with NewsNation the current State of the Hostage Negotiations between the Hamas and Israel and the relationships between President Boden and Prime Minister Netanyahu.
Gershon Baskin shares with LBC, his views why the situation is not changing in the Middle-East.
Gershon Baskin senses that from the River to the Sea only real peace will make us free.
Dr Gershon Baskin tells The World’s Yvonne Yong Israel’s current leaders are not capable or interested in negotiating peace with Palestinians.
Gershon Baskin believes that there is still a chance for a partial deal with Hamas that could return tens of hostages alive; it must be done now!
Gershon Baskin, and Samer Sinijlawi discuss Israel and Palestine Beyond the Israel-Hamas War
Renowned Israeli hostage negotiator Gershon Baskin talks frankly with Jim Clancy about hopes for freeing Israeli hostages and the politics that have undermined hope for everyone in the Middle East.
CNN's Michael Holmes speaks to former negotiator Gershon Baskin about talks over a possible ceasefire and hostage release deal between Israel and Hamas
Gershon Baskin senses that the basic assumption in Israel is that Hamas will hold on to hostages, living or dead, as an insurance policy
IL NEGOZIATORE DEL CASO GILAD SHALIT - “Palestinesi e israeliani sono spaccati anche al loro interno: servono elezioni e due Stati”
Gershon Baskin shares his views about a negotiated settlement to avoid a full scale ground operation in Rafah.
Gershon Baskin shares his ideas on how close is a deal between Israel and Hamas for the hostages and for a ceasefire.
Support for Hamas is growing in the West Bank. CBS News' Debora Patta spoke with Gershon Baskin and a Hamas recruiter about why Israel's goal to destroy the militant group is having the opposite effect in the Palestinian territory.
Lynda Kinkade, CNN International host, interviews Gershon Baskin regarding the heroic operation of Israeli commandos with a great price to the civilian population in Gaza.
Gershon Baskin feels that a requirement of Israel entering the war is getting all the hostages back, but also getting to the Hamas leaders and capturing or killing them. And also securing the border between Gaza and Egypt
Gershon Baskin believes that If the war were to end with an Israeli withdrawal and Hamas still in control of Gaza, that would be a huge defeat for Israel and a huge victory for Hamas.
Gershon Baskin feels that the main problem of the hostage deal is the demand of the "Hamas" for Israel to surrender.
In an interview with Times Radio, Gershon Baskin shares his feelings that there is “no chance of peace” in the region as long as Netanyahu is in power as he has dismissed a Palestinian state.
Gershon Baskin, Middle East Director of the International Communities Organization, reflects on the latest developments in the Middle East as US Secretary of State Anthony Blinken visits the region for more talks.
Gershon Baskin believes that the 2011 Hamas-Israel hostage deal, which he helped negotiate, set a price of over 1,000 Palestinian prisoners for one Israeli soldier. It should have been the very last time Israel had to ransom its citizens, but today, Hamas has the upper hand.
James Cullingham interviews Gershon Baskin on Trent Radio who shares his insights on what has happened in the last four months between the Hamas and Israel.
Gershon Baskin shares his insights regarding what will and what will not be conducive for Hostage Negotiations.
Gershon Baskin shares with Bulgarian National Television his insights on How to talk to Hamas.
Gershon Baskin shares his insights with Fredricka Whitfield regarding the involvement of the employees of The United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees (UNRWA)) in the war in Gaza.
Gershon Baskin in an open letter to the Palestinian public shares his recommendations on how to create a Palestine state that we will be proud of
Gershon Baskin senses that The Israeli leadership is putting the destruction of Hamas ahead of protecting innocents - including Israel's own.
With 132 hostages still in Gaza and pressure mounting to reach a ceasefire deal, Gershon Baskin shares his ideas oh how to free the hostages
Gershon Baskin shares his ideas on why the Palestinians need to go to Elections
Gershon Baskin shares with Poppy Harlow of CNN on the Israeli Initiative To Offer Hamas 2-Month Ceasefire For All Hostages
