Hamas has called for a truce plan based on previous proposals from US President Joe Biden, mediators Qatar and Egypt, and UN Security Council Resolution 2735, ahead of upcoming ceasefire talks. The group emphasized the need to enforce the agreements already made rather than introducing new proposals that may allow Israel to continue its attacks. Despite ongoing violence, Hamas is open to the ceasefire talks scheduled for August 15, with the aim of finalizing a deal for a Gaza ceasefire and captive release. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has insisted on the defeat of Hamas before agreeing to any ceasefire, but Israel is expected to participate in the upcoming negotiations. The recent Israeli air strike on a school housing displaced Palestinians in Gaza has further escalated tensions, but Hamas remains committed to the previously agreed proposal by mediators. This development comes as Hamas prepares for talks with new leader Yahya Sinwar, following the assassination of Ismail Haniyeh. The situation remains volatile, with ongoing violence and negotiations posing a challenge to reaching a lasting ceasefire agreement.
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Hamas calls for adherence to current Gaza ceasefire proposal | Updates on Israel-Palestine conflict
