The Israeli ambassador to the US, Michael Herzog, talk say dem dey optimistic to reach agreement for di release of hostages “in the coming days.” Qatar, wey dey mediate, also talk say dem dey close to agreement. Hamas bin hold about 240 people hostage during attacks on October 7 wey kill 1,200 Israelis. Retaliatory actions by Israel for Gaza lead to over 13,000 deaths, including women and children.