Netanyahu seeks to pursue regional conflict - senior Hamas official

Remarks by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu dismissing the latest offer by Hamas for a ceasefire in Gaza show he intends to pursue conflict in the Middle East, senior Hamas official Sami Abu Zuhri told Reuters.

"Netanyahu's comments are a form of political bravado, indicating his intention to pursue the conflict in the region," Abu Zuhri said. "The movement (Hamas) is prepared to deal with all options."