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Netanyahu, Benjamin

Gaza Conflict Escalates as Israel Rejects Ceasefire Terms and Hamas Demands Withdrawal

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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu declared that "there will be no Hamas," rejecting any scenario where the group plays a role in postwar Gaza as fresh talks are expected in Cairo on a US-backed ceasefire proposal. The statement came as Hamas suggested it was "ready and serious" to the Washington-proposed 60-day ceasefire but reiterated that any agreement must include a complete end to the war and full Israeli withdrawal. The US-brokered proposal calls for a 60-day ceasefire in Gaza and the release of some hostages, with Israel having already agreed to the conditions. However, Israel continues to reject Hamas' demands, leading to a significant escalation of the conflict.

Key Takeaways:

  • Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced that "there will be no Hamas," rejecting any role for the group in postwar Gaza.
  • Hamas suggested it was "ready and serious" to a 60-day ceasefire proposed by the US but reiterated that any agreement must include a complete end to the war and full Israeli withdrawal.
  • The US-brokered proposal includes a partial withdrawal of Israeli forces and an influx of humanitarian aid into Gaza.
  • More than 57,000 people have died in Gaza since Hamas launched an attack on Israel on October 7, 2023, and over 90% of Gaza's 2.3 million residents are now displaced.
  • Famine looms for hundreds of thousands in Gaza, and at least 40 Palestinians were reported killed in Israeli strikes on Wednesday alone.
  • The Israeli military is investigating reports of civilian casualties but blames Hamas for using civilian areas as cover.

Statistics:

  • More than 57,000 people have died in Gaza since October 7, 2023.
  • Over 90% of Gaza's 2.3 million residents are now displaced.
  • At least 40 Palestinians were reported killed in Israeli strikes on Wednesday alone.
  • 1,200 people died in Israel due to Hamas' attack on October 7, 2023.
  • 250 hostages are being held by Hamas.

Sources:

  • AP
  • Express Web Desk
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