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Israeli Foreign Minister Cuts Short Europe Visit For Gaza Deal

Israeli Minister of Justice Gideon Saar arrives for the weekly cabinet meeting in Jerusalem, Sunday, June 20, 2021. (Emmanuel Dunand/Pool Photo via AP, File)

Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar has abruptly ended his official visit to Europe as indications point towards a potential ceasefire-for-hostages agreement in Gaza. The Israeli foreign ministry confirmed the change in plans, citing the possibility of a deal being reached imminently.

Sources close to the negotiations have informed CNN that an announcement regarding the agreement is expected within the next day, heightening anticipation for a resolution to the ongoing conflict.

Sa’ar, who was in the midst of a state visit to Italy, decided to forego his scheduled trip to Hungary, which was slated for Thursday. Instead, he will be returning to Israel on Wednesday night to participate in discussions surrounding the potential ceasefire deal.

Israeli foreign ministry confirms change in plans for potential deal.
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The sudden shift in Sa’ar’s itinerary underscores the urgency and significance of the negotiations taking place behind the scenes. The Israeli government, along with international mediators, appears to be making progress towards a mutually acceptable resolution that could bring an end to the recent hostilities in the region.

As the situation continues to evolve rapidly, all eyes are on the developments unfolding in the Middle East. The involvement of high-level officials like Sa’ar signals a concerted effort to find a diplomatic solution to the crisis and pave the way for a lasting peace in the region.

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