Netanyahu's Office: Cautious Optimism Among Israeli Negotiators Regarding Gaza Agreement

The office of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu issued a statement saying that the Israeli negotiating team has expressed cautious optimism about the possibility of reaching an agreement regarding the hostages in Gaza. The statement noted that "the team conveyed to the Prime Minister a cautious optimism regarding the potential for a deal based on the latest American proposal, which is based on the framework from May 27." The office added that it hopes the intense pressure on Hamas from the United States and international mediators will lead to an end to its opposition to the American proposal and allow for a breakthrough.