Israeli Defence Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir criticized plans for humanitarian aid to the Gaza Strip, labeling it “disastrous” and beneficial to Hamas, which he believes undermines Israel’s victory in its conflict. In a television interview, he argued that such aid violates the Geneva Conventions by supporting adversaries and expressed concern over a potential US-Israeli initiative to deliver assistance, questioning Israeli officials’ influence on the matter. Additionally, Ben-Gvir warned against allowing Iran to develop civilian nuclear capabilities, emphasizing that Israel’s security should remain independent of foreign powers.
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Hamas says it submitted response to US envoy’s proposal seeking permanent ceasefire in Gaza – Middle East Monitor
The Palestinian group Hamas has submitted its response to a Gaza ceasefire proposal by US envoy Steve Witkoff, calling for a permanent ceasefire, complete Israeli withdrawal from Gaza, and guarantees for ongoing humanitarian aid. While Hamas suggested a prisoner exchange involving the release of 10 Israeli captives and the return of 18 bodies in exchange for Palestinian prisoners, it did not explicitly approve the proposal. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has accepted the outline, which...
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