Tensions Escalate as Ceasefire Talks Stagnate

Israel and Hamas are considering a 60-day truce proposal with terms including hostage release and partial troop withdrawal from Gaza. Despite international mediation, significant challenges remain. Israel faces domestic pressure against the ceasefire, while Hamas has agreed to the proposal but under stringent conditions.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Updated: 19-08-2025 18:52 IST | Created: 19-08-2025 18:52 IST
Tensions Escalate as Ceasefire Talks Stagnate
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Israel is assessing Hamas' response to a proposed 60-day truce aimed at halting hostilities in Gaza. The plan includes releasing hostages and convicts, yet challenges persist as parties struggle to agree on terms.

Gaza's humanitarian crisis deepens, with displaced families expressing mixed reactions to whether the ceasefire will proceed. Talks backed by the U.S., Egypt, and Qatar aim to negotiate peace, though hurdles remain amid local and international pressure.

As Israeli forces advance in Gaza City, domestic protests and political divisions within Israel highlight the complexity of reaching a consensus. Officials anticipate a response soon, but skepticism over lasting agreement lingers.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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