Hamas Considers Second Truce Deal Offered by Israel
Hamas has been offered a second truce deal by Israel, and the militant group will return to Cairo with a written response to the proposal.
US President Biden Urges Efforts for Hostage Release in Gaza
United States President Joe Biden called on the leaders of Qatar and Egypt to “exert all efforts” for securing the release of hostages held captive by Hamas in the Gaza Strip to achieve a ceasefire deal.
Mediation Efforts for Truce in War-Ravaged Palestinian Territory
For months, Cairo, Doha, and Washington have been mediating to achieve a truce in the Palestinian territory, which has been war-ravaged since Hamas launched an attack on Israel.
Biden Engages with Leaders on Gaza Truce
Biden, in separate conversations with Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi and Qatar’s Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani, discussed the ceasefire deal and the release of hostages held by Hamas.
Efforts Towards Ceasefire and Humanitarian Aid
Egypt’s President al-Sisi emphasized the importance of humanitarian aid and preventing conflict escalation, while Qatar’s Emiri Diwan highlighted ongoing efforts to finalize a permanent ceasefire agreement in Gaza.
US Hopes for Hamas Acceptance of Gaza Truce Offer
US Secretary of State Antony Blinken expressed hope that Hamas will accept the “extraordinarily generous” truce offer from Israel, emphasizing the need for a swift decision to bring about a positive change in the situation.
Hamas Delegation to Respond to Proposal
The Hamas delegation has departed from Cairo and will return with a written response to the truce proposal, according to Egypt’s state-affiliated Al Qahera TV.