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Israeli defense chief says a temporary truce with Hamas is possible. Ending the war is another story

Spring is usually when bugs start to mate, so now is the time to keep them away.
Noah Farley
Spring is usually when bugs start to mate, so now is the time to keep them away.

Associated Press

TEL AVIV, Israel (AP) — Israel’s defense minister says the window is closing on an opportunity to reach a temporary cease-fire deal with the Hamas militant group. Yoav Gallant told reporters that conditions are ripe for at least a six-week pause in fighting that would include the release of many of the hostages held in Gaza. He wouldn’t commit to a permanent end to the fighting, however — something that Hamas has demanded. He says “Israel should achieve an agreement that will bring about a pause for six weeks and bring back hostages.” He says after that period, “we maintain the right to operate and achieve our goals – including the destruction of Hamas.”

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