Netanyahu Ready for Hostage Deal? Ceasefire Talks Intensify

U.S. National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan visited Israel in a high-stakes diplomatic effort to advance ceasefire negotiations in Gaza, meeting with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to discuss a potential hostage deal that could be a game-changer in the ongoing crisis. Sullivan expressed cautious optimism after the meeting, emphasizing that the Israeli government, including Netanyahu, is keen to finalize an agreement. His visit follows renewed international pressure, including a UN General Assembly resolution calling for an immediate ceasefire and the release of hostages, though not legally binding. Reports suggest Hamas may be showing flexibility, potentially agreeing to key Israeli demands, such as allowing IDF forces to stay in Gaza during a pause in fighting. As Sullivan prepares to continue talks in Qatar and Egypt, the world watches for a breakthrough that could bring relief to affected families and shift the trajectory of this prolonged and painful conflict.