Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu convened a security cabinet meeting on June 23, 2025, which lasted approximately four hours. Following the meeting, Netanyahu instructed his ministers to refrain from making any public statements or media interviews regarding recent developments, specifically concerning U.S. President Donald Trump's announcement of a ceasefire between Israel and Iran. This directive extended to social media communications and will remain in effect until further notice. Israeli media outlets, including Channel 12 and i24NEWS, reported on the Prime Minister's order for silence. Netanyahu also engaged in subsequent consultations with the Defense Minister and other cabinet members by phone on June 24. Additionally, reports indicate that Netanyahu held a meeting with the war management board after the security cabinet session concluded.
Trump: Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu is negotiating a deal with Hamas to return the hostages.
„Er hat eine große Aufgabe zu erfüllen“ – Netanjahu laut Trump kurz vor Gaza-Deal https://t.co/CuVYDtFnoQ https://t.co/NebIqJDBpr
President Trump says Netanyahu is negotiating with Hamas to free the remaining hostages. But it seems the same old issues remain. Hamas claims it will release hostages if the war ends, but Israel insists the war won’t end until Hamas is disarmed and dismantled.