Dermer has been a key player in efforts to secure a deal and in communications between Israel and Washington.
Deputy Press Secretary Sabrina Singh doubled down that the letter was meant to be private correspondence and not intended for public consumption.
Israeli government leaks, particularly from the security cabinet, have intensified during the current war, revealing internal conflicts and undermining decision-making processes.
'Hamas has not agreed to any of the US-facilitated hostage deals; they are the sole reason there is no hostage deal in place.'
In a tense cabinet meeting, Israel's Defense Minister expressed caution over northern conflict, sparking heated exchanges on security strategies and military leadership challenges.
“We’re gonna go in and finish this job, and anybody who doesn’t understand that doesn’t understand that the nerve of the Jews, that existential nerve, was touched,” Dermer said.
Infighting among the highest ranks in the terrorist organization Hamas has led to delays in the ceasefire and hostage release deal that is currently on the table.
The US and Israel are also at odds over their visions for Gaza once the war is over, with Israel dismissing Biden administration plans for the Palestinian Authority to rule Gaza.
A senior US official reveals the step-by-step process of signing the hostage deal, including the release of women and children.
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