Report: Breakthrough in Israel-Hamas hostage deal may come in next 48-72 hours
A senior Israeli political source said Tuesday that progress has been made on a hostage deal and a breakthrough could come in the next 48-72 hours.
The Israeli War Cabinet is meeting Tuesday night to discuss the deal, the source told U.S. network ABC News.
Israeli officials have said as many as 239 Israelis are being held captive by Hamas in Gaza.
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