Netanyahu Excludes Temporary Ceasefire Without Hostage Release

Netanyahu has ruled out a temporary ceasefire without the release of hostages, indicating that secret negotiations are already underway.

“I have said that we will have a temporary ceasefire if the hostages are returned, and I have not changed my words,” he stated.

When asked if Israel would agree to release Palestinian prisoners in exchange for hostages, he responded: “I believe there are certain things we are keeping secret until we have something to say and do. If we do, you and the whole world will know, including the families of the hostages.”