<p>Kan 11 News reports Qatar conveyed a positive message to Israel regarding Hamas’ intentions to advance negotiations on a hostage release deal. Following the message, Netanyahu held meeting with Defense Minister Israel Katz and the negotiation team.</p><p><i>(Israel National News’ North American desk is keeping you updated until the start of Shabbat in New York. The time posted automatically on all Israel National News articles, however, is Israeli time.)</i></p> | Read More in News from Israel