According to The Times of Israel, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu believes that the chances of an agreement on the release of Israeli hostages in Gaza are “not high.” Netanyahu reportedly told ministers at today’s cabinet meeting that he was pessimistic about the chances of a hostage deal. “The chances are not high,” he said, emphasizing that in recent days Israel has been effectively negotiating with mediators, not Hamas. Gaza peace talks In May 2024, US President Joe Biden presented a peace plan to end the war in Gaza. It provides for the cessation of hostilities and the release of more th…