Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's spokesperson has confirmed that Netanyahu did not receive a proposal for a Gaza ceasefire and hostage release deal. This comes after high-level negotiations resumed recently.
Earlier reports suggested that Egypt had put forward a plan for a two-day ceasefire in Gaza, which would have included the exchange of four Israeli hostages held in Gaza for an unspecified number of Palestinian prisoners in Israeli custody.
During a closed-door meeting with his Likud party members, Netanyahu stated that Israel had not been presented with any proposal regarding the release of the hostages in exchange for a 48-hour ceasefire in Gaza. His spokesperson, Dr. Omer Dostri, emphasized that if such a proposal had been made, the prime minister would have accepted it without delay.
The lack of a formal proposal on the table indicates that the negotiations regarding the ceasefire and hostage release deal are still ongoing. The situation remains fluid, with both sides likely to continue discussions in the coming days.
Netanyahu's stance underscores Israel's willingness to engage in diplomatic efforts to secure the release of its citizens while maintaining its commitment to ensuring the safety and security of its people.
