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Yoav Gallant Supports Phased Deal for Release of 20-35 Hostages

Aug 12, 2024, 09:55 PM

Israel's Defense Minister, Yoav Gallant, has expressed support for a phased deal to secure the release of hostages, emphasizing the urgency of the situation. In talks with U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin, Gallant thanked the U.S. administration for its leadership and commitment to the issue. The proposed agreement includes the release of 20-35 hostages in the first phase of a three-phase deal. Gallant cautioned against military action in Lebanon, describing it as a gamble, and advocated for a diplomatic solution.