"Israel-Hamas Hostage Deal: Strengthening Hamas and Unresolved Issues"
Former Mossad official Rami Igra stated that Israel cannot meet Hamas's demands for a hostage deal, as it would strengthen Hamas and ultimately aid terrorism. He emphasized that Hamas is not genuinely interested in making a deal and that Israel must prioritize its own future and security. Igra warned that by negotiating with Hamas, Israel is strengthening the terrorist group and positioning it in a position of power for future negotiations.