Summary
A Hamas leader stated that progress in the Gaza ceasefire will not occur unless more pressure is put on Israel to open a key border crossing, stop strikes, and allow more aid into Gaza. Israel is ready for the next phase of the ceasefire but wants Hamas to return the remains of an Israeli hostage. Aid organizations have noted insufficient aid is reaching Gaza, despite Israel announcing plans to allow more aid.
Key Facts
- A Hamas leader wants Israel to open a key border crossing and allow more aid before moving to the next ceasefire phase.
- Israel has been accused of ongoing strikes that have killed over 376 Palestinians since the ceasefire started on October 10.
- Hamas currently has limited bargaining power in the ceasefire discussions.
- Israel plans to permit aid into Gaza through a crossing at the Jordan-Israel border.
- The ceasefire's next phase involves an international body expected to govern Gaza.
- A major attack led by Hamas on October 7, 2023, resulted in 1,200 Israeli deaths and 251 hostages, with nearly all hostages returned.
- Gaza’s Health Ministry reports over 70,365 Palestinian deaths, stating around half are women and children.
