Overview

• Lt. Gen. Eyal Zamir said the military pressure has “created the conditions” for a release and that “there is a deal on the table” that should be taken now.
• Zamir warned that a planned occupation of Gaza City could endanger hostages if militants feel cornered.
• He referenced what Israeli media described as an improved version of the Witkoff framework tied to phased releases and temporary pauses.
• Senior Israeli officials have argued the staged deal is no longer relevant, saying they want a comprehensive agreement for all 50 remaining hostages.
• Hostage families publicly backed Zamir’s call, as the IDF mobilizes tens of thousands of reservists and prepares for operations in Gaza City.