Netanyahu claims that terms for ceasefire is coming together

(MENAFN) Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has indicated that progress is being made towards a ceasefire deal in the ongoing conflict with Gaza. During a recent visit to Washington, Netanyahu met with 23 relatives of hostages held by Hamas and shared his optimism about the situation. He conveyed to the families that conditions for a ceasefire are improving, noting that Hamas's resolve is weakening. According to Israeli media reports, Netanyahu assured the relatives that any potential agreement on the release of hostages would be implemented in stages, emphasizing that the Israeli government is applying substantial pressure on Hamas.

Netanyahu remarked that while the process may not be immediate, there is a growing expectation that a deal could be reached. He underscored the importance of maintaining strong pressure on Hamas to facilitate the release of the hostages. Ahead of his scheduled address to Congress on Wednesday, there is significant anticipation from the families of the hostages. John Polin, whose son Hersh Goldberg-Polin is among those held, stated that if Netanyahu's speech does not include an announcement of a ceasefire agreement, it would be deemed a "total failure." Polin expressed hope that the speech will finally reveal the long-awaited details of the hostage deal.

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