Hamas announced Sunday it’s ready to restart indirect ceasefire talks for Gaza, calling for an end to the humanitarian crisis and Israeli troop withdrawal. Mediators Qatar and Egypt are pushing for a 60-day temporary truce as a stepping stone to lasting peace. But with Israel expanding military operations, hopes for calm remain fragile. 🌍
Ceasefire Hopes and Military Moves
Hamas praised Qatar and Egypt’s efforts, vowing to address 'outstanding issues' in negotiations. Meanwhile, Israel’s army chief ordered troops to push deeper into Gaza, aiming to 'defeat Hamas' and secure hostage releases. No official Israeli response to the talks offer yet. 💬
Humanitarian Crisis Deepens
Over 30 Palestinians were killed near a U.S.-backed aid site Sunday, per Gaza’s health ministry. The Red Cross reported 179 casualties at its Rafah hospital—the highest single-day toll since it opened. Israel denied firing on civilians, but witnesses described chaos as crowds sought food. 🏥🚨
Arab-Islamic ministers doubled down on two-state solution advocacy, urging global recognition of Palestine. 'Reconstruction can’t wait,' said a joint Egypt-Qatar statement. But with bombs still falling, Gaza’s future hangs in the balance. ✊
