Israel Sends Delegation to Qatar to Restart Hostage Negotiations

Prime Minister Netanyahu authorizes talks involving Mossad, IDF, and Shin Bet as hopes rise for a potential agreement with Hamas.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu approved a delegation to travel to Doha, Qatar, to resume hostage and ceasefire negotiations with Hamas.
The delegation includes representatives from Mossad, the Israel Defense Forces (IDF), and the Israel Security Agency (Shin Bet).
Negotiations have faced delays, with both Israel and Hamas accusing each other of creating obstacles, including disputes over hostage lists and conditions for a deal.
Families of hostages have expressed mixed reactions, with some urging swift action to secure their release and others advocating for increased military pressure on Hamas.
Hamas officials have stated that there is a strong possibility for progress, with mediators from Qatar, Egypt, and the U.S. working to bridge gaps in the negotiation process.