Diplomatic efforts are underway to broker a ceasefire and secure the release of hostages in Gaza amidst ongoing conflicts between Israel and Hamas. Amidst these efforts, Israel’s Prime Minister, Benjamin Netanyahu, has firmly stated there will be no military withdrawal from Gaza or mass release of Hamas prisoners without achieving Israel’s goals. These goals include the elimination of Hamas, the return of all Israeli abductees, and ensuring Gaza no longer poses a threat to Israel. On the diplomatic front, international mediators have proposed a three-phase ceasefire plan, which is currently under consideration by both parties. Meanwhile, tensions remain high as Israel’s military action in the West Bank continues, with recent operations targeting members of militant groups.
- Hamas is considering a three-phase ceasefire proposal put forward by international mediators after discussions in Paris.
- Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has stated that Israel will not end the war without achieving its goals, ruling out a military withdrawal from Gaza and the mass release of Hamas prisoners.
- The proposed ceasefire framework includes a temporary ceasefire and the exchange of Israeli hostages for Palestinian prisoners.
- Hamas demands a full withdrawal of Israeli forces and a complete halt to hostilities before releasing any hostages.
- Israeli military claims to have killed three members of a terrorist cell in a hospital in the West Bank, increasing tensions in the region.
- Israel regularly conducts raids in the West Bank, targeting members of militant groups, amidst ongoing violence and unrest.
- The United Nations reports that more than 360 Palestinians have been killed by Israeli forces or settlers in the West Bank since October 7th.
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