Israel defence minister says Gaza truce deal a 'strategic opportunity'
Israeli Defence Minister Yoav Gallant endorsed a hostage release agreement as part of a Gaza truce, calling it a "strategic opportunity" to tackle broader security issues. He emphasized that securing the hostages aligns with Israel's broader security goals.
- Middle East
- AFP
- Published Date: 01:20 | 10 September 2024
- Modified Date: 01:22 | 10 September 2024
Israeli Defence Minister Yoav Gallant offered his support for a hostage release agreement in the first phase of a Gaza truce deal, saying it would give Israel a "strategic opportunity" to address other security challenges.
Bringing the hostages home is "the right thing to do," Gallant told foreign journalists. "Achieving an agreement is also a strategic opportunity that gives us a high chance to change the security situation on all fronts," he said.