As the first phase of the Israel-Hamas ceasefire in Gaza nears its end, uncertainty looms over the next steps for a permanent truce. Hamas has rejected Israel’s proposal to extend the first phase instead of moving on to the second phase as planned. Talks for the second phase have not yet begun, raising concerns about the possibility of a resumption of conflict.
Negotiations involving Israeli officials, Qatar, and the United States in Cairo have yielded no results so far. The second phase of the ceasefire aims to secure a comprehensive end to the fighting, including the release of all remaining captives and the withdrawal of Israeli forces from Gaza. There are currently 59 captives remaining in Gaza, with efforts being made to secure their release.
Humanitarian organizations have emphasized the importance of continuing the ceasefire to provide aid to the devastated population in Gaza. The World Food Programme has highlighted the impact of safe humanitarian access and the need for the ceasefire to hold. United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has stressed the critical nature of the coming days for the negotiations on the second phase of the ceasefire.
Meanwhile, fears of a potential resumption of fighting linger, with reports of over 350 violations by Israel since the ceasefire began, including military incursions, airstrikes, and obstruction of aid. The Gaza Government Media Office has documented Israeli army actions resulting in the deaths and injuries of Palestinians. Delays in allowing displaced families to return and limitations on aid entering Gaza have also been reported. Efforts are being made to prevent a breakdown of the ceasefire and avoid further devastation in Gaza.
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