Netanyahu Faces Mounting Pressure Over Gaza Ceasefire Negotiations

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu faces backlash over his handling of Gaza ceasefire talks amid fears of escalating conflict with Iran. Political divisions and leaked angry exchanges display internal discord. Netanyahu emphasizes hostages' release as top priority amid growing tensions and stalled negotiations.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is confronting intense anger both domestically and internationally over his approach to Gaza ceasefire talks, amid growing fears that the situation could escalate into a conflict with Iran, according to three Israeli officials.

Over the past month, a negotiating team member and two other officials expressed concerns that political motivations are hindering a potential deal. 'The feeling is that the prime minister is avoiding making a decisive push for the deal,' said one official.

Netanyahu's far-right coalition partners have warned of government instability if the war concludes without Hamas' defeat. With tensions rising between Israel and Iran, releasing the 115 hostages in Gaza is a pressing issue for Netanyahu, despite complications from new terms in negotiations.

(With inputs from agencies.)