Trump Mideast Envoy Witkoff visits Netanyahu ahead of hostage release

The timing of announcing the identities of the three hostages slated to be released coinciding with Netanyahu hosting Witkoff indicates they discussed details of the upcoming hostage exchange deal.

Benjamin Netanyahu (R) greets US Middle East envoy Steve Witkoff (L) in Jerusalem, January 29, 2025.

Benjamin Netanyahu (R) greets US Middle East envoy Steve Witkoff (L) in Jerusalem, January 29, 2025.

(photo credit: MAAYAN TOAF/GPO)

ByAMICHAI STEIN, JERUSALEM POST STAFF

JANUARY 29, 2025 18:15

Updated: JANUARY 29, 2025 23:45