In addition to the tense exchange between Netanyahu and US officials, new information has surfaced about Netanyahu's discussions with Israeli security leaders.
IDF Chief of Staff Herzi Halevi told Netanyahu, "There are conditions for the deal.
"We will continue to pressure Hamas until then, and after we secure a deal, we can turn our attention to the north.
Defense Minister Yoav Gallant joined the discussion, stating, "For all moral and strategic reasons, I think we should see the deal as an opportunity.
Sources familiar with the hostage deal negotiations told Channel 12, "This is a protocol trip, a waste of time.
Following these reports, the Prime Minister's Office reiterated its statement that Netanyahu expects the US not to interfere in Israeli politics.
"While Prime Minister Netanyahu has agreed to the outline, Hamas is attempting to introduce numerous changes that effectively nullify it. »
