Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 01:24pm on 19 Nov 2023,Sunday International
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and US officials reject reports of a ceasefire deal with Hamas, contradicting The Washington Post's claims. The proposed five-day pause aims to release over 50 hostages taken by Hamas during the conflict. Netanyahu denies any existing deal but emphasizes the priority of hostage release. Amid intensifying ground operations, Israel enters the "next stage" in the six-week war, focusing on southern Gaza. The White House dismisses the alleged agreement, stating no deal is confirmed. Qatar, a key mediator, suggests minor logistical hurdles remain, signaling potential progress in ceasefire talks.
