Israel Begins Practical Steps in Preparation for the First Phase of Ceasefire Negotiations in Gaza

SadaNews Translation - Israel has begun its preparations to negotiate the first phase of a ceasefire in Gaza.

Hebrew Channel 12 reported on Saturday morning that the negotiation team has received instructions to prepare to send a delegation for negotiations, noting that no date or time has been set at this stage. SadaNews also translated.

It indicated that a change in the previous negotiation mechanism is expected, with new approaches being introduced.

The negotiation talks are also likely to include American parties participating directly in the negotiations.

It mentioned that a joint team from the Shin Bet, the Israeli army, and the Mossad is currently working on preparing a list of Palestinian prisoners who could be released from an Israeli perspective upon the release of hostages.

Trump's initiative suggests that 250 prisoners serving life sentences will be released, leaving only a few dozens in prisons.

At the same time, specialized teams are preparing detailed withdrawal maps based on Trump's plan, which are set to be presented during such negotiation talks.