Israel Katz, Hamas officials say Gaza hostage deal 'closer than ever'
"We are closer than ever to reaching a prisoner exchange deal and a ceasefire, provided that Netanyahu does not obstruct the agreement," the Hamas official said.
Woman walks past a poster calling for the release of the hostages held by Hamas, in Tel Aviv, December 5, 2024(photo credit: REUTERS/STOYAN NENOV)BySAM HALPERN, RAQUEL GUERTZENSTEIN FROHLICHUpdated: