Perspective | The Alternative View on the Gaza Hostage Agreement
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Source: WSJ
Updated: Oct 19 2025
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Source: WSJ
Cease-fire Breakdown: The cease-fire in Gaza has temporarily collapsed as Hamas killed two Israeli soldiers, prompting Israel to launch numerous air strikes in retaliation.
Hostage Suffering: Reports reveal the severe mistreatment of Israeli hostages released from Hamas, including physical abuse and psychological torture.
About the author

Emily J. Thompson
Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.