56pc of Israelis back deal to release captives, end Gaza offensive, poll shows

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Some 56 per cent of the Israeli public supports an agreement allowing the release of all captives held by Hamas in exchange for the end to the offensive in Gaza and the release of Palestinian prisoners, according to the latest survey published by Israel’s state broadcaster Kan, reports Al Jazeera.

According to the survey, 22pc of the Israeli public is opposed to such a deal.

The survey, conducted by Kantar Institute, shows Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s Likud party gaining seats in parliament, while the support for Yair Lapid’s opposition Yesh Atid has weakened.

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