Hopes rise for a ceasefire agreement in the Gaza conflict as US-mediated negotiations see increased momentum. Biden and Netanyahu discuss the situation, but key differences remain.
Israel i and Palestinian officials are engaged in intensive negotiations to broker a ceasefire agreement, with high-level representatives from both sides involved in talks mediated by the United States, Egypt, and Qatar. The talks have been ongoing for months, repeatedly reaching critical moments before stalling. While there have been setbacks, recent days have seen renewed optimism, with U.S. officials expressing hope for a breakthrough.
A phone call between President Biden and Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu on Sunday underscored the urgency of the situation, with both leaders discussing the ongoing efforts to secure a lasting peace. Details of the potential agreement remain confidential, but reports suggest it could involve a phased ceasefire with a partial release of hostages in exchange for a temporary halt in fighting. However, significant differences remain between the two sides, particularly regarding the full withdrawal of Israeli troops from Gaza, a demand from Hamas that Israel has yet to agree to
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