ALBAWABA- Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu firmly rejected any notion of striking a deal with Hamas, particularly one involving the release of "thousands" of Palestinian prisoners to halt the Gaza conflict.
In a statement posted on X, Netanyahu emphasized his commitment to achieving all objectives of the ongoing war, which include dismantling Hamas, securing the return of all Israeli hostages, and ensuring Gaza poses no future threat to Israel.
Meanwhile, Minister of National Security Itamar Ben Gvir, known for his extremist views, issued a stark warning, threatening to destabilize Netanyahu's government if a prisoner exchange agreement is reached.
Al-Arabi correspondent provides additional insights. Concurrently, Hamas has indicated it is "examining" the Paris proposal for a Gaza truce. A delegation from Hamas's political bureau is scheduled to meet with the head of Egyptian intelligence in Cairo tomorrow, signaling potential diplomatic efforts to de-escalate tensions.
