Netanyahu says a cease-fire deal would only delay somewhat an Israeli military offensive in Rafah wftv.com - get the latest breaking news, showbiz & celebrity photos, sport news & rumours, viral videos and top stories from wftv.com Daily Mail and Mail on Sunday newspapers.
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said the Israeli offensive in Rafah may be delayed if a cease-fire deal is reached, but he claimed that total victory is weeks away. Talks are ongoing in Qatar and Cairo. Heavy fighting continues in Gaza. The war has devastated Gaza s health sector and families of hostages await news of their loved ones.
Israeli media reported that mediators were making progress on an agreement for a cease-fire and release of dozens of hostages held in Gaza as well as Palestinians imprisoned by Israel
Israeli media reported that mediators were making progress on an agreement for a cease-fire and the release of dozens of hostages held in Gaza as well as Palestinians imprisoned by Israel.
An Israeli military offensive in the southernmost city of Rafah could be "delayed somewhat" if a deal for a weekslong cease-fire between Israel and Hamas is reached, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Sunday, but claimed that total victory in Gaza is "weeks away" once the offensive begins.