Netanyahu says Gaza ceasefire deal would only ‘delay somewhat’ an offensive in Rafah

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu (Abir Sultan/Pool Photo via AP)

An Israeli military offensive in the southern Gazan city of Rafah could be “delayed somewhat” if a deal for a weekslong ceasefire between Israel and Hamas is reached, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Sunday, but claimed that total victory in Gaza is “weeks away” once the offensive begins.

Mr Netanyahu confirmed to CBS that a deal is in process, with no details.