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Oct 6, 2026 at 11:05 PM ET
McGurk discusses hostage negotiations in new book
By The BriefBrief · Sources (1)
Former Middle East adviser Brett McGurk spoke with Amna Nawaz about the negotiations he led to secure the release of hostages taken by Hamas during its Oct. 7 attack on Israel. The interview also focused on McGurk’s new book, "Brink," and his service under four presidential administrations.
WHO: Brett McGurk
WHAT: McGurk discussed hostage-release negotiations and his new book in an interview with Amna Nawaz.
WHEN: Oct 6, 2026 at 6:25 PM ET
WHERE: USA
WHY: Cause not yet established.
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