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Netanyahu set to host Kushner, Witkoff for talks on Gaza, Iran — report
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US Special Envoy Steve Witkoff delivers a speech as Jared Kushner looks on upon the signing of the declaration on deploying post-ceasefire force in Ukraine, at the Elysee Palace in Paris, January 6, 2026. (Ludovic Marin, Pool photo via AP)
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will host senior White House adviser Jared Kushner and US special envoy Steve Witkoff in Jerusalem tomorrow night, Channel 12 reports, citing senior Israeli officials.
According to the report, the meeting will focus on Hamas and Gaza, with an emphasis on efforts to secure the return of Ran Gvili, the last remaining hostage still held in Gaza, as well as possible discussions regarding Iran.
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