Hamas rejects US ceasefire proposal, according to reports
Palestinian militant group Hamas has allegedly claimed that Israel is introducing additional challenges to the negotiations. Read Full Article at RT.com.
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The Palestinian militant group Hamas has reportedly accused Israel of introducing new hurdles into the negotiations.
Hamas has dismissed a recent U.S. proposal aimed at finalizing a hostage release and ceasefire agreement related to Gaza. The group blames Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu for undermining the negotiations and claims that Washington is enabling him, according to Middle Eastern news sources that referenced a statement from Hamas.
This statement followed the latest discussions in Doha, Qatar, last week, which involved representatives from Israel, Qatar, the U.S., and Egypt. Hamas opted not to participate in the talks, citing a lack of a definitive plan. A senior official from Hamas stated to the BBC on Thursday that the group would “not engage in negotiations for the sake of negotiations.”
In their most recent statement, Hamas held Netanyahu entirely accountable for obstructing mediation efforts and disrupting the potential agreement. According to the group, Israel's new demands do not align with their conditions for the release of prisoners.
“Netanyahu is setting new conditions to sabotage the negotiations, including continued control over the Philadelphi route, the Rafah Crossing, and the Netzarim corridor,” the statement reads. The withdrawal of Israeli military forces from Gaza, including the area bordering Egypt, is essential for Hamas to consider any agreement.
In response, Netanyahu expressed skepticism about the likelihood of reaching a deal, stating on Sunday that Israel would not concede to Hamas’ demands to end the conflict in Gaza as part of any agreement.
“The Prime Minister has strongly insisted on this fundamental demand, which is vital to achieving the goals of the war, and Hamas changed its position,” a statement from Netanyahu’s office indicated, further noting his commitment to pursuing a deal that prioritizes the return of as many hostages as possible and “achieving all of the war objectives.”
Other significant obstacles in the negotiations include Israel's requirement to maintain control over the Gaza-Egypt border, having authority over which Palestinian prisoners can be released, and preventing the transfer of armed individuals from southern Gaza to the north.
The conflict between Israel and Hamas escalated on October 7, when Hamas launched a surprise attack from Gaza into southern Israel, leading to approximately 1,100 fatalities and 200 individuals taken hostage. The subsequent Israeli military response has reportedly resulted in over 40,000 deaths, according to Palestinian health officials, with an additional 92,609 people injured.
James del Carmen contributed to this report for TROIB News
Hamas has dismissed a recent U.S. proposal aimed at finalizing a hostage release and ceasefire agreement related to Gaza. The group blames Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu for undermining the negotiations and claims that Washington is enabling him, according to Middle Eastern news sources that referenced a statement from Hamas.
This statement followed the latest discussions in Doha, Qatar, last week, which involved representatives from Israel, Qatar, the U.S., and Egypt. Hamas opted not to participate in the talks, citing a lack of a definitive plan. A senior official from Hamas stated to the BBC on Thursday that the group would “not engage in negotiations for the sake of negotiations.”
In their most recent statement, Hamas held Netanyahu entirely accountable for obstructing mediation efforts and disrupting the potential agreement. According to the group, Israel's new demands do not align with their conditions for the release of prisoners.
“Netanyahu is setting new conditions to sabotage the negotiations, including continued control over the Philadelphi route, the Rafah Crossing, and the Netzarim corridor,” the statement reads. The withdrawal of Israeli military forces from Gaza, including the area bordering Egypt, is essential for Hamas to consider any agreement.
In response, Netanyahu expressed skepticism about the likelihood of reaching a deal, stating on Sunday that Israel would not concede to Hamas’ demands to end the conflict in Gaza as part of any agreement.
“The Prime Minister has strongly insisted on this fundamental demand, which is vital to achieving the goals of the war, and Hamas changed its position,” a statement from Netanyahu’s office indicated, further noting his commitment to pursuing a deal that prioritizes the return of as many hostages as possible and “achieving all of the war objectives.”
Other significant obstacles in the negotiations include Israel's requirement to maintain control over the Gaza-Egypt border, having authority over which Palestinian prisoners can be released, and preventing the transfer of armed individuals from southern Gaza to the north.
The conflict between Israel and Hamas escalated on October 7, when Hamas launched a surprise attack from Gaza into southern Israel, leading to approximately 1,100 fatalities and 200 individuals taken hostage. The subsequent Israeli military response has reportedly resulted in over 40,000 deaths, according to Palestinian health officials, with an additional 92,609 people injured.
James del Carmen contributed to this report for TROIB News
