BREAKING NEWS

Israel appoints new int'l coordinator for release of Gaza hostages

Former ambassador Alon Roth-Snir was appointed as coordinator of international efforts for the release of hostages in Gaza, Israel's Foreign Ministry announced Tuesday.

Roth-Snir previously served as Israel's envoy in Norway, as well as deputy director-general of the Foreign Ministry's Strategic Affairs unit.

The coordinator will be an "avenue of aid and discussion" for families of hostages for any purpose needed, the ministry added.