Ceasefire negotiations between Israel and Hamas remain deadlocked, with Hamas submitting a response to the latest truce proposal that mediators have called disappointing.
The main sticking points include control and distribution of humanitarian aid in Gaza, the release of hostages, and guarantees for a permanent ceasefire. Mediators from Egypt, Qatar, and the US are pressuring Hamas for a more constructive reply, while Israel insists on dismantling Hamas's military capabilities before agreeing to end the war. The humanitarian crisis in Gaza is worsening, with starvation and malnutrition deaths rising as aid remains limited.
Despite some reported progress, both sides continue to blame each other for the lack of a breakthrough, leaving the prospect of a ceasefire uncertain.
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