High-Level Talks Underway for Possible Hostage-Release Deal as Israeli Military Operation Looms
Key Figures Engaged in Negotiations
CIA Director William J. Burns and Israeli intelligence chief David Barnea are set to convene in Egypt on Tuesday to continue discussions aimed at securing a potential hostage-release agreement. The talks come at a critical time as tensions rise in the region.
Growing Fear in Rafah
Amidst concerns of an imminent Israeli military offensive in Rafah, a southern city in Gaza that is currently home to a staggering 1.4 million individuals seeking shelter, numerous residents are attempting to flee. The fear that permeates the city is described as “palpable,” with recent strikes on Monday leading to the tragic loss of at least 67 lives.
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