Hamas source says significant steps made toward deal after Gaza leader indicates new willingness to talk, but agreement still far off; Gantz as defense minister may change that

Maher Obeid says 'there are no real contacts, and there is no mediator assigned by the Israeli occupation to discuss the issue in a real and effective manner'

German report says Swiss diplomat and 2 officials from Berlin have teamed up with Egyptian general to spearhead negotiations for return of Israeli captives in Gaza

Husam Badran willing to 'sacrifice everything' to free prisoners in Israeli jails, says progress can only be made far from media; Bennett: 'I oppose releasing murderers'

Coronavirus threat has opened a political window in Gaza for a possible deal with terror group's leaders eager to see some of the blockade on the Strip lifted

Coronavirus threat has opened a political window in Gaza for a possible deal, say sources, with terror group's leaders eager to see some of the blockade on the Strip lifted

Hamas warns Israel will be responsible for the consequences unless more medical equipment for dealing with the coronavirus is brought into Strip

Deputy leader of terror group says medical supplies needed in Palestinian enclave, where there have been 13 reported COVID-19 cases

Terror chief says group ready for indirect talks with Israel, says coronavirus provides 'historic junction' to secure release of Palestinian prisoners

Senior Israeli source tells TV group's fear of coronavirus has created climate for deal; Palestinian sources report senior Hamas delegation met with Egyptian intelligence