Adam Boehler, the U.S. President's Special Envoy for Hostage Affairs, addressed the negotiations for the release of hostages, saying 'we are getting closer and closer to closing a deal.' At the Jerusalem Post Conference in New York, Boehler noted: 'If Hamas wants to come and make a legitimate offer, if they are willing to release hostages – we are always open to that. I think we are closer than ever before. Part of this stems from Israel and IDF's activities on the ground.'


