Israelis gather to protest against the government and call for the quick release of hostages in the Gaza Strip / AP
Israel says it could halt plans to invade Rafah on the ground If an agreement is reached to release the hostages
Israeli Foreign Minister Israel Katz said that the plan to attack Rafah located in the southern Gaza Strip, is being stopped. If an agreement can be reached regarding the release of Israeli hostages held by Hamas,
The comments come as mediators between the two countries push for a ceasefire agreement after more than 200 days of fighting, with more than 130 people still hostages in Gaza This includes women and children.
Mr Katz said during an interview with Israel’s Channel 12 that the release of the hostages is a top priority for Israel. When asked if this included ending the plan to eliminate Hamas in Rafah, Katz said, “Yes, if there is a deal, we will suspend operations.”
Katz is a member of Benjamin Netanyahu’s security cabinet, but not a member of his war cabinet. which was established after Hamas invaded Israel to specifically oversee countermeasure operations in the Gaza Strip
Last Saturday, April 27th Hamas said it had received an official response from Israel to the latest ceasefire proposal. in the negotiations mediated by Egypt and Qatar And they will study the proposal before giving an answer.
Hamas does not want a deal. to end hostilities permanently in a way that will lead to lasting peace But he still promised to destroy Israel. Israel wants to continue the war until it eliminates Hamas.
Hamas recently released new video footage of the hostages. It shows two hostages calling for their release. As well as sending love to their families.
Thousands of Israelis gathered to protest in Tel Aviv. to call on the government to step up efforts to free the remaining hostages.
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