Ambasador Yechiel Leiter - Historic Gaza Hostage Deal #321

October 12, 2025

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Welcome to Inside the Epicenter! In this episode, Joel Rosenberg brings us an exclusive interview with Ambassador Yechiel Leiter, a top advisor to Prime Minister Netanyahu. As Israel prepares for the release of all hostages from Gaza and President Trump’s peace plan rolls out, Leiter shares firsthand insights on the diplomatic and military strategies behind this historic breakthrough. Recorded moments before Leiter heads back to Israel, this episode delivers urgent updates, behind-the-scenes perspective, and hope from the center of the action.

(00:00) "Netanyahu's 2000 Comeback Blocked"
(04:48) Netanyahu Appoints Trusted Ambassador
(08:25) "Hamas Agreement and Hostage Deal"
(14:06) "Hostage Negotiations and Hamas Leaders"
(18:38) Israel Tensions Amid Peace Efforts
(19:38) Gaza Demilitarization Efforts Underway
(22:56) Israel's 20-Point Plan Analysis
(29:36) "Giving Thanks Amid Trials"
(32:01) "Trust God and Stay Persistent"
(37:41) Israel Cabinet Splits on Prisoner Deal
(39:07 Hostage Release and Gaza Uncertainty
(42:40) Hostage Deal: Briefing and Ceasefire
(45:44) Hostage Remains: Uncertainty and Prayer

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Verse of the Day: 1st Thessalonians 5:16-18 - Rejoice always, pray without ceasing.Give thanks in all circumstances, for this is the will of God in Messiah. Jesus for you

Pray that all hostages be released.
Pray for the de-radicalization the demilitarization of Gaza, even as Israel works to demilitarize and de-radicalize Judea and Samaria.

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Joel C. Rosenberg is a New York Times bestselling author & Middle East expert. He has spent 20 years bringing a uniquely Biblical view on the Epicenter; this podcast will share insights from his private meetings with presidents, prime ministers, kings, and clerics.

Lynn A. Rosenberg is the co-host of the Inside The Epicenter podcast, a gifted Bible teacher, and co-founder of The Joshua Fund. She holds a Master’s degree in leadership and theology from Western Seminary. Together with her husband, New York Times bestselling author Joel C. Rosenberg, she launched The Joshua Fund to strengthen the Church and bring life-saving aid across the Middle East. In 2014, they made aliyah to Israel with their four sons and now live in Jerusalem. As a dual U.S.-Israeli citizen, Lynn continues to teach, write, and lead with a heart anchored in the Epicenter. She has helped mobilize millions of dollars in ministry and humanitarian relief to Israel and neighboring nations. On the podcast, Lynn offers spiritual wisdom, global perspective, and a deep passion for God’s redemptive work in the region.