Antiwar News With Dave DeCamp 10/21/25: Witkoff Says CIA Told Him Hamas Didn't Want Deal, IDF Has Killed 80 in Gaza Under Truce, and More
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Oct 21, 2025 Gaza is reeling as Israeli strikes continue, claiming at least 80 lives post-ceasefire. Insightful commentary reveals the CIA's stance that Hamas was against the ceasefire deal, raising questions about the ongoing conflict. Meanwhile, Trump's warning of eradicating Hamas adds tension, alongside threats of major war in Lebanon if Hezbollah isn’t disarmed. U.S. troop presence in Iraq remains steady, while sectarian violence surges in Syria. The geopolitical landscape is further complicated by disputes between the U.S. and Colombia over maritime strikes.
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Ceasefire Breach Caused By Israeli Action
- Gaza's health ministry reported at least 80 Palestinians killed and 303 wounded after Israel resumed heavy airstrikes post-ceasefire.
- The strikes followed an incident likely caused by Israeli forces hitting an unexploded IED, not a Hamas violation, according to multiple sources.
CIA Briefings Contradicted Mediators' Signals
- Steve Witkoff said CIA briefings repeatedly suggested Hamas would reject the ceasefire even as mediators reported positive vibes.
- Witkoff and Jared Kushner proceeded and Hamas ultimately accepted the deal, showing intelligence and diplomacy diverged.
U.S. Pressure Could Hold Ceasefire Together
- DeCamp warns Israeli government will try to undermine the ceasefire and resume full-scale bombing unless pressured differently.
- He suggests cutting off support would be a stronger lever than praise and negotiation with Israeli leaders.