The first phase of the ceasefire between Israel and Hamas is set to end, with negotiations for a second phase delayed due to disputes over the release of hostages. Hamas has freed some captives but still holds more, while Israel has delayed releasing Palestinian prisoners. The Trump administration’s envoy aims to extend the ceasefire to allow for negotiations, but Egypt insists talks for the second phase must begin before any extension is considered.
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Over 40,000 infants at risk of death in Gaza due to Israeli ban on baby formula, authorities warn – Middle East Monitor
SummaryOver 40,000 infants in Gaza are at imminent risk of death due to Israel's 150-day ban on baby formula, exacerbating a severe humanitarian crisis amidst ongoing violence that has resulted in nearly 60,000 Palestinian deaths since October 2023. Local authorities have called for urgent humanitarian aid and condemned the blockade as a form of systematic genocide, holding Israel and the international community accountable for the loss of innocent lives. Want More Context? 🔎
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