Hostage Negotiations with Hamas in Gaza
National security adviser Jake Sullivan to meet with hostage families of Americans believed to be held by Hamas in Gaza at a critical juncture in negotiations for a possible cease-fire deal outlined by President Joe Biden.
Key Points
- Nine meetings with families since October 7
- Biden urges Israel and Hamas to accept proposed deal
- Four Americans released, five still believed to be held by Hamas
- Negotiations have faced hurdles and talks recently stalled
Pros
- Regular updates provided to families by senior White House officials
- Efforts to negotiate a possible cease-fire deal and secure release of hostages
Cons
- Uncertainty over whether Hamas will accept the proposed deal
- Challenges in negotiations for hostage release