Press releases from the office of Israeli President Isaac Herzog

Israeli President Herzog Contacts Elon Musk to Revive Gaza Hostage Negotiations Amid Trump Administration Transition

Dec 6, 2024, 03:05 PM

Israeli President Isaac Herzog has contacted Elon Musk to discuss reviving negotiations for the release of hostages held by Hamas in Gaza. The call, made at the request of the families of the hostages, aims to leverage Musk's influence as the world’s richest man to advance stalled discussions. Sources indicate that Herzog's outreach comes as the incoming Trump administration is expected to play a significant role in the negotiations. The conversation between Herzog and Musk reportedly took place in recent days, with both parties focusing on the urgency of the situation regarding the hostages.