Israel's defence minister says there 'is a chance' for hostage deal with Hamas

Israeli Foreign Minister Israel Katz meets with French Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs Jean-Noel Barrot in Jerusalem
FILE PHOTO: Israeli Foreign Minister Israel Katz looks on, amid the ongoing conflict in Gaza between Israel and Hamas, in Jerusalem, November 7, 2024. REUTERS/Ronen Zvulun/File Photo
Source: REUTERS

Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz said on Wednesday that Israel had pressured Hamas to the extent that a hostage deal with the Iranian-backed group might be possible.

Speaking to soldiers at an air force base in central Israel, Katz said that due to increasing military pressure, "there is a chance that this time we will really be able to advance a hostage deal".

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