Israel Strives for Hostage Release Amid Security Concerns

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu highlighted Israel's efforts to negotiate the return of hostages held in Gaza while maintaining non-negotiable security principles. Netanyahu emphasized the difficulty of being flexible on certain issues and insisted on upholding crucial security measures during a cabinet meeting on Sunday.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Jerusalem | Updated: 18-08-2024 18:48 IST | Created: 18-08-2024 18:48 IST
Israel Strives for Hostage Release Amid Security Concerns
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Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu emphasized Israel's ongoing efforts to negotiate the release of hostages held in Gaza while underscoring the need to uphold critical security principles. Netanyahu addressed these complexities during a cabinet meeting on Sunday.

"There are things we can be flexible about, and there are things we cannot be flexible about, and we insist on them. We know very well how to differentiate between the two," the Prime Minister stressed.

The negotiations highlight the intricate balance Israel must maintain between achieving humanitarian goals and ensuring national security.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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