Hamas says again it wants Gaza truce deal implemented, not new talks
Hamas is sticking to its demand that Gaza truce talks focus on a deal already discussed with Israel and mediators rather than starting anew.
Tue Aug 13 2024
More than two dozen Gazans killed in Israeli strike as Hamas says truce talks may be in jeopardy
Tanks advanced in Gaza City, forcing residents to flee as Israel intensified its offensive, risking Hamas ceasefire talks.
Wed Jul 10 2024
Israeli forces batter central, south Gaza with renewed truce bid at impasse
Israeli tanks and warplanes blasted central and southern areas of the enclave.
Fri Jun 07 2024
In apparent blow to Biden plan, Hamas leader demands full end to Gaza war
Hamas leader demands Israeli withdrawal as part of a ceasefire plan, dealing an apparent blow to the truce proposal by Joe Biden.
Thu Jun 06 2024
Biden details Gaza truce proposal, Hamas responds positively
The first phase involves a six-week ceasefire when Israeli forces would withdraw from "all populated areas" of Gaza
Sat Jun 01 2024
Israel releases film of women soldiers being taken by Hamas on Oct. 7
The captives' families hoped the footage would increase pressure on Israeli PM to agree a truce with Hamas and secure the hostages' release.
Thu May 23 2024
Israel strikes eastern Rafah as ceasefire talks end with no deal
Israel has said it is open to a truce, but has rejected demands for an end to the war.
Fri May 10 2024
Israel says it has taken control of Gaza side of Rafah Crossing amid truce talks
The Gaza Crossings Authority said in a statement, Israel's takeover was a "death sentence" against Gazans, particularly the ill and injured.
Tue May 07 2024
Gaza truce hopes slim; Hamas officials leaving Cairo but returning on Tuesday
The two sides blamed each other for the impasse and Hamas delegation said it would leave Cairo truce talks to consult with its leadership.
Mon May 06 2024
Netanyahu vows again to storm Rafah as Israel awaits Hamas reply to truce proposal
Benjamin Netanyahu said Israel intended to pursue the operation to destroy the remaining Hamas combat formations in Rafah.
Wed May 01 2024
US, Britain urge Hamas to accept Israeli truce proposal
US, France, Egypt, Qatar in diplomatic thrust to end war.
Tue Apr 30 2024
Gaza truce or Rafah assault? Netanyahu faces political dilemma
Mediators are stepping up efforts toward a ceasefire deal ahead of a threatened Israeli storming of Rafah.
Mon Apr 29 2024
Gaza truce talks still deadlocked, Netanyahu sets date for offensive
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said a date was set for an invasion of Rafah, Gaza's last refuge for displaced Palestinians.
Tue Apr 09 2024
Hamas says Gaza truce talks remain deadlocked despite reports of progress
There is no change in the position of the occupation and therefore, there is nothing new in the Cairo talks, said the Hamas official.
Mon Apr 08 2024
Progress in Gaza truce talks in Cairo, Egypt's Al Qahera news says
Both Israel and Hamas sent teams to Egypt for fresh talks on a potential ceasefire in the six-month conflict.
Mon Apr 08 2024