Netanyahu: "Whoever murders hostages does not want a deal"

Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu attends a state memorial ceremony for Zeev Jabotinsky, in Jerusalem

JERUSALEM (Reuters) - Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Sunday that Israel would not rest until it catches those responsible for the killing of six hostages whose bodies were recovered from Hamas captivity in the Gaza Strip.

Netanyahu, in a statement, said that Israel was committed to achieving a deal to release remaining hostages and ensure Israel's security.

"Whoever murders hostages - does not want a deal," Netanyahu said.

(Reporting by Ari Rabinovitch; Editing by Toby Chopra)