Summary
- Prime Minister Netanyahu convened a meeting to address the stalemate in negotiations for the release of hostages held in Gaza.
- Intelligence reports suggest that about half of the 101 hostages held by Hamas are alive but in dire conditions.
- Negotiations for a deal are at an impasse, with Sinwar not responding to new ideas proposed.
- Despite significant pessimism, Israel has been considering new ideas for the deal, but everything remains stalled.