Hamas demanded a 12-week long ceasefire in the negotiations to reach a deal, up from the six-week truce proposed, preventing an agreement in the talks in Cairo, CNN reported on Friday, quoting sources.
Yahya Sinwar, leader of Hamas in the Gaza Strip © Mena Today
Hamas demanded a 12-week long ceasefire in the negotiations to reach a deal, up from the six-week truce proposed, preventing an agreement in the talks in Cairo, CNN reported on Friday, quoting sources.
In the report the network said Israel rejected the demand which it considered to be no different than an end to the war.
This illustrates Hamas's refusal to agree to a ceasefire and its intention to continue fighting.
Regardless of whether this decision leads to the death of civilians and further destruction.
Many Western countries do not understand the logic and strategy of Hamas. This is a mistake.
They call for a truce, but the Islamist movement does not want one.
The only way to end the conflict is for Hamas to surrender. This would end the war.
By Stephen Fowler
This Wednesday marks the opening of a new edition of the Paris Peace Forum, a diplomatic gathering meant to promote peace, cooperation, and dialogue. A noble idea, at least on paper. But this year’s edition descends into sheer cynicism and, frankly, a moral disgrace.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Tuesday he would consult with the defense establishment to determine an appropriate response to what he described as new violations of the ceasefire deal by Hamas, after the militant group returned the remains of a hostage on Monday, remains which, according to Israeli authorities, had already been recovered two years ago.
Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Saar said Monday that only countries “impartial” toward Israel should be allowed to contribute troops to a proposed international force for post-war Gaza—effectively ruling out Turkey.
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