The mainstream media’s favorite headline is making the rounds again this morning, with multiple outlets repeating claims from Hamas spokesmen that a deal for a truce with Israel and a hostage exchange is “close.” As usual, Qatar is handling the negotiations, and Hamas claims to have delivered a response to the latest offer. No details were offered, however, in terms of how many hostages might be released or how long any ceasefire might last. It is also unclear who was proposing the deal from Israel’s side or if Netanyahu’s government was even involved in the negotiations. Nothing much has changed in Gaza, with Israel continuing to engage Hamas fighters in the north and brief pauses for the delivery of humanitarian aid being observed. (NY Post)Read More
Hamas Again Suggests a Truce Is ‘Close’
