Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is 'ready to do a deal' to secure the release of hostages still held in Gaza, according to White House national security adviser Jake Sullivan. Sullivan's comments came after he met with the family members of American hostages who have been held captive by Hamas for over a year. A report by the Wall Street Journal suggested that Hamas has conceded on two key Israeli demands and would allow Israel Defense Forces (IDF) soldiers to remain in Gaza during a pause in the fighting. The group also apparently agreed to drop its demands for a permanent end to Israel's campaign and handed over a list of hostages to be exchanged under a 'cease-fire pact.'