Mossad chief David Barnea sees the possibility of concluding a deal if Israel shows flexibility regarding the return of residents of the northern Gaza Strip. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu opposes him and insists on launching an operation in Rafah.
Hamas had previously said that the basic principles underlying its vision of the negotiation file are based on five main points: a ceasefire, an unconditional return of the displaced, the withdrawal of the Israeli occupation army from Gaza, the entry of aid and relief materials, and return of... Reconstruction.