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EPISODE · Oct 13, 2025 · 13 MIN

The truth about the hostage release + Treasurer’s major backflip

from The Briefing · host LiSTNR

The US President has declared the war in Gaza is over, but as the world nervously waits for the hostage handover, many experts are concerned about what may lie ahead.  In this episode of The Briefing, Natarsha Belling is joined by Middle East expert Dr Andrew Thomas, who warns there are many concerns over whether this latest breakthrough will actually lead to lasting peace.  Headlines: Treasurer Jim Chalmers has backed down on major changes to superannuation, Victoria Police will undergo a complete restructure, and a father of four has chased down two teenagers who allegedly broke into his home. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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