No progress in Gaza ceasefire talks with Israel: Hamas official - SABC News

Emergency personnel and Palestinians inspect damages in the aftermath of Israeli strikes, following a Hamas surprise attack, at Beach refugee camp, in Gaza City.The Palestinian group is still ready to “deal positively” with any ceasefire proposal that ends the war, Hamdan told a news conference in Beirut.

Arab mediators’ efforts, backed by the United States, have so far failed to conclude a ceasefire. Hamas says any deal must end the war and bring full In contrast, Israel says it will accept only temporary pauses in fighting until Hamas, which has ruled Gaza since 2007, is eradicated.“Once again, Hamas is ready to deal positively with any proposal that secures a permanent ceasefire, a comprehensive withdrawal from Gaza Strip and a serious swap deal,” said Hamdan, referring to a potential swap of hostages held in Gaza for Palestinians in Israeli prisons.

When Hamas-led militants stormed into southern Israel on October 7 they killed around 1 200 people and seized more than 250 hostages, according to Israeli tallies. The Israeli offensive in retaliation has so far killed nearly 38 000 people, according to the Gaza health ministry, and has left the heavily built-up coastal enclave in ruins.

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