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Netanyahu Sends Mossad Chief for Gaza Ceasefire and Hostage Talks

Jul 4, 2024, 07:05 PM

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has decided to send a delegation to continue negotiations with Hamas over a proposed ceasefire and hostage release deal in Gaza. This decision follows a revised proposal from Hamas, which includes a significant breakthrough, according to Israeli officials. Mediators from the U.S., Qatar, and Egypt are involved in the talks. The head of Israel's Mossad, David Barnea, will lead the delegation, which has already met with Qatari mediators in Doha. Despite progress, gaps remain between the parties, and further negotiations are scheduled for next week. President Joe Biden welcomed Netanyahu's decision and expressed hope that the talks would lead to a resolution. Netanyahu's office confirmed that a meeting between their national security teams is planned for July 15.