Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said talks now focus on a deal to free all hostages at once. The comment came as a Hamas delegation met mediators in Cairo and Israeli strikes continued to hit Gaza City.
Cairo Talks Center On One Time Release Of All Hostages
Egypt and other mediators are working on a plan that would see all remaining hostages released in a single exchange. The idea is to trade all at once to end the war and rebuild Gaza city. Mediators say they see a short window to push such a deal in the coming weeks.
Hamas has sent leaders to Cairo for preliminary talks with Egyptian officials. Hamas wants a pullback of all Israeli troops, and wants its fighters to keep arms unless a Palestinian state is agreed. That demand makes a quick one-time swap hard time but pressure can bring both sides closer.
Heavy Strikes and Growing Civilian Toll as Gaza Talks Proceed
Israeli strikes on Gaza kept up as the talks moved forward. Officials say that at least 123 people died in the past day, and many homes were destroyed. Hospitals there report, many families were struck by strikes, and tents sheltering displaced people were struck, killing children and adults.Â
The Israeli army says it has begun new operations in parts of Gaza City and has approved a broad plan for a larger operation in the city later this year. Critics warn that a full force could push 1 million people to leave their homes and worsen the situation in an already dire humanitarian crisis.
Pressure on Netanyahu To Secure Full Release Of Hostages
Netanyahu told an Israeli TV channel that he now wants all hostages returned, both the living and the dead. Families of captives have been pressing him and other leaders to make their release the top goal. Many Israelis see a full swap as the only way to bring people home.
At the same time, other leaders and international groups urge care for civilians and warn against forced moves of people from Gaza. Egypt, Qatar, and the US are still discussing a phased 60-day ceasefire plan as an alternative, which would free some hostages and let more aid into Gaza.Â
FAQs
- What is the new plan related to Israel in Gaza discussed in Cairo?
Mediators say they aim for the release of all remaining hostages at once.Â
- How many hostages does Israel say are left?
Israel says 50 hostages remain from hours after the October 7 attack, with around 20 believed to be alive.
- What is the decision between Israel and Gaza?
The talks about the final decision are still going on, but there are hints that a full hostage swap could happen.
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