'Israel' to submit new Gaza withdrawal maps amid hopes for captive deal

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has shown new flexibility on Gaza withdrawal plans, raising hopes for a possible captive deal with Hamas, a cabinet source told Ynet on Wednesday.

The source said the move "brings us very close to a deal," with expectations that an agreement could be reached soon.

According to news outlets, a new round of negotiations will begin in Doha as early as tonight, during which 'Israel' is expected to submit updated withdrawal maps to mediators.

Meanwhile, Israeli Occupation Forces Chief of Staff Maj. Gen. Eyal Zamir visited the Gaza Strip for an operational review with Southern Command officers. He stated that 'Israeli' forces now control 75 percent of the territory, nearing a key strategic junction.