Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said that the Israeli army will increase pressure on the Hamas movement, while the Israeli Minister of Security, Yoav Galant, stressed the maturity of conditions that would allow reaching an agreement with Hamas through ongoing negotiations through mediators, for the exchange of prisoners and a ceasefire. In the Gaza Strip.

Netanyahu stated: “Today, more than ever, we are in the midst of a huge (war) for our existence. On the one hand, the fanatical regime in Iran threatens to destroy us, as a step towards taking over the Middle East, where it can threaten the entire world, on the other hand.” “Democratic and free Israel,” as he described it.

Galant said, "The Israeli army and other security services have the ability and complete freedom to work to return to strong military action, after any deal, wherever and whenever necessary."

He added, "Military pressure is having an effect, and the conditions are ready to reach an agreement to return the kidnapped (Israeli detainees in Gaza). It is our duty to face the challenges resulting from every decision."