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Friday, November 10, 2023
From the Liveblog of
Friday, November 10, 2023
Israeli officials said to confirm progress toward deal to release large number of hostages
A woman stands in front of photographs of Israelis held hostage by Hamas terrorists in Gaza, outside Defense Ministry headquarters in Tel Aviv, on November 9, 2023 (Miriam Alster/FLASH90)
All three major Israeli TV networks are citing a senior Israeli official who confirms reports of significant progress regarding a deal to release a large number of hostages currently being held in Gaza, with several of the reports talking about as many as 100 captives slated for release.
However, such reports have become common in recent weeks, despite any ultimate release of hostages.
No hostages have been released since a pair were let go on October 20 followed by another on October 22.
No hostages have been released since the IDF launched its ground incursion on October 27.
Some analysts acknowledge that the more such deals are discussed in the press, the less likely they are to unfold.
