Ahead of fresh discussions for a ceasefire agreement in Gaza to begin next week, Israel’s prime minister called for increased pressure on Hamas, accusing the militant Palestinian organization of being “obstinate” in the talks.
“Hamas, up to this moment, remains obstinate. It has not even sent a representative to the talks in Doha. Therefore, the pressure should be directed at Hamas and (Yahya) Sinwar, not at the Israeli government,” Benjamin Netanyahu said at a cabinet meeting, referring to the newly appointed Hamas chief.
