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During a cabinet meeting last night(Monday), extensive discussions were held regarding the mandate for the Israeli delegation currently in Qatar. Some within Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's inner circle suggested that all details be shared with the expanded cabinet.  However, heads of the defense system objected, citing concerns about potential leaks and the sensitivity of the information.  They emphasized the need to avoid compromising negotiations by revealing Israel's strategy prematurely. Ultimately, the Prime Minister opted to provide a general overview to the expanded cabinet, revealing underlying tensions and pressures. The Israeli delegation, led by Mossad chief Dedi Barnea and Major General Nitzan Alon, officially commenced talks in Qatar with a dinner to break the Ramadan fast.  Notably, the Mossad chief is expected to return to Israel early, despite the negotiations' commencement, indicating progress in the discussions. Negotiations are set to take place a...

In preparation for ongoing negotiations in Qatar, the war cabinet is set to convene tomorrow evening, followed by an anticipated discussion within the political-security cabinet later in the evening. The delegation, spearheaded by the Mossad Chief, is slated to depart for Doha despite the extensive conditions set forth by Hamas. Mossad Chief Heading to Qatar; War Cabinet to Discuss Delegation's Authority A high-ranking Israeli official has dismissed Hamas' demands as unrealistic, characterizing the proposed deal as unfavorable. The Head of Mossad is scheduled to travel to Qatar on Monday, while the war cabinet plans to convene tomorrow to deliberate on the authority to be granted to the leading negotiating delegation. Senior Israeli Official Deems Hamas Demands Unrealistic, Labels Proposed Deal as Unfavorable  Reflecting on Hamas' response, a senior Israeli official expressed skepticism, stating, "It would be a very unfavorable agreement, and thus, it will not material...

Prime Minister Netanyahu has declared his approval of military plans for an operation in Rafah , despite labeling Hamas's latest demands for a hostage release deal as " absurd ." Netanyahu announced that Israel would dispatch a delegation to Qatar for further negotiations following discussions within the security cabinet regarding Israel's stance on the matter. In the ongoing conflict, Israel views Rafah as a significant stronghold for Hamas , with plans for an offensive looming.  US and Egypt express concern over Israel's offensive in Rafah This move has sparked concern internationally, particularly from the US and Egypt, due to Rafah's status as a refuge for over a million displaced Palestinians. Israel, however, emphasizes its commitment to evacuating and safeguarding civilians in its offensive strategy. Hamas calls for ceasefire and hostage exchange Amidst the escalating tensions, Hamas has proposed terms for a potential ceasefire and hostage exchange, inc...