Israel spy chief headed to Doha for ceasefire, captive release talks: Source

AFP , Thursday 4 Jul 2024

Israeli intelligence chief David Barnea is headed to Doha for talks on a truce and captive release deal with Hamas, a source with knowledge of the talks told AFP Thursday.

Mossad chief Barnea
Israel s Mossad director David Barnea speaks during an event in September. AFP

 

"An Israeli delegation headed by David Barnea is travelling to Qatar in a continuation of talks on a ceasefire and hostage deal. He will meet with the Qatari prime minister for discussions aiming to bring the parties closer to a deal in Gaza," the source said on condition of anonymity given the sensitivity of talks.

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