The Latest Breaking News from David Barnea

Israel's spy chief was expected in Qatar on Friday for the latest effort to free hostages held by Hamas Palestinian militants in Gaza, almost nine months into the Israel-Hamas war.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Friday ordered his spy chief to Qatar for talks with mediators on a Gaza war ceasefire that could see Hamas militants release hostages seized in the October 7 attacks, sources said.

The US president’s announcement on Friday suggested a ceasefire might be close, but Benjamin Netanyahu’s rebuke was swift and decisive

Israel is fighting a “bloody and difficult war”, President Isaac Herzog said in a statement to mark the conflict reaching its half-year mark on Sunday. His comments come as US, Israeli and Hamas negotiators are set to meet in Cairo in a renewed push for a ceasefire and hostage-release deal.…

Ceasefire talks between Israel and Hamas in Gaza to resume in Cairo, mediated by Egypt, Qatar, and the US.

Israeli PM Netanyahu authorizes delegation for talks on hostages in Gaza after Hamas rejects proposal.

The fallout adds to already spiraling relations between Israeli prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu and the Biden administration.

Blinken hits back after Russia and China veto draft resolution; Israeli PM says he hopes for US support, but will go into Rafah without it

Israeli delegation led by Mossad Director David Barnea holds talks with Hamas in Doha, facilitated by Qatar and Egypt. Mediators hopeful for progress in re...

Israel's Security Services head leaves Doha after ceasefire talks with Qatar and Egypt. Ongoing diplomatic efforts for Gaza peace.

Andrew Hallman discusses the role of intelligence officials in Gaza ceasefire talks and the challenges faced by Mossad Director Barnea in navigating politi...