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Gaza war could have ended a year earlier, says ex Israeli hostage negotiator

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What happened

Major General Nitzan Alon revealed that the Gaza war could have been concluded a year prior.

He argued that an earlier resolution would have spared the lives of countless hostages and civilians.

Key facts

  • Reported by Times of India and published Sat, 03 Oct 2026 02:14:24 UTC.

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