In an attempt to bring an end to the ongoing conflict in Gaza, negotiators from the United States, Qatar, and Egypt have come together to propose a 40-day pause in fighting and the exchange of hostages between Israelis and Palestinian prisoners. However, these efforts have been met with opposition from Hamas, who have refused to budge on their demands for a complete withdrawal of the Israeli military from the Strip.
Hamas officials have accused Israeli leader Benjamin Netanyahu of hindering progress towards a truce by refusing to compromise on certain issues. Despite diplomatic attempts, talks between the two sides have been stalled and there is no clear agreement in sight. As a result, there is a growing fear that Israel may launch an attack on Rafah, where over 1.2 million Palestinians reside.
A senior Israeli official has stated that Hamas is responsible for stalling progress by refusing to compromise on ending the war. With tensions continuing to escalate, it remains uncertain whether a new truce will be able to be reached soon. However, if positive signals are received regarding the proposed framework for negotiations, Israel may send a delegation to Cairo for further talks.
