US Middle East envoy Steve Witkoff deemed Hamas’ response to the proposed Gaza ceasefire “totally unacceptable,” stating it regresses progress and urging Hamas to accept the US framework for talks. Witkoff emphasized that this framework could facilitate a 60-day ceasefire, allowing for the return of hostages and deceased individuals to their families, alongside substantive negotiations for a permanent ceasefire. Hamas, in its response through mediators Egypt and Qatar, called for a permanent ceasefire, Israeli withdrawal from Gaza, and guarantees for ongoing humanitarian aid.
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Death without weeping – Middle East Monitor
Iran has faced nine days of relentless Israeli military aggression, resulting in over 400 civilian deaths and 3,000 injuries, with children suffering from trauma-induced conditions leading to fatalities. The healthcare system is overwhelmed, with hospitals operating under crisis conditions as medical staff grapple with both physical and psychological wounds, and many families have fled the city due to fear and instability. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: Iran is facing a tough time because...
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