Netanyahu 'does not want' hostage and ceasefire deal, says Ben Gvir

Israeli far-right National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir said Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu did not want to accept the current ceasefire and hostage deal as it would lead to Ben Gvir's party leaving the government. 

Speaking to Israeli Army Radio, Ben Gvir said he knows "the prime minister really, really doesn't want Otzma Yehudit to leave the government".

"We are currently on the right path in Gaza. Ideas like settlements in the Gaza Strip are welcome," said Ben Gvir. 

"Conquering Gaza is definitely the idea. But, I must admit, that's not enough for me. I also want to encourage migration. I think we should allow [Palestinians] to migrate voluntarily to their countries. 

"[I am] working hard with the prime minister to make this happen, and he is beginning to show some openness on the matter."