US says hostage deal close; cabinet meets family reps
At the White House, National Security Council spokesperson John Kirby told reporters, “We’re closer than we have ever been, but nothing is done until it’s done.”
U.S. President Joe Biden greets the audience after he pardoned the National Thanksgiving Turkeys during the annual ceremony on the South Lawn at the White House in Washington, U.S., November 20, 2023.(photo credit: REUTERS/LEAH MILLIS)ByTOVAH LAZAROFFUpdated: