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Hamas Rejects Israeli Ceasefire Proposal as Gaza Humanitarian Crisis Worsens

Israel continues airstrikes and blockade while Hamas demands a comprehensive deal including withdrawal and reconstruction.

Overview

  • Hamas formally rejected Israel's ceasefire proposal, which demanded disarmament and hostages' release, calling for a comprehensive agreement instead.
  • Israeli airstrikes have intensified, killing at least 70 Palestinians since Friday, with strikes targeting homes and displacement camps.
  • The UN reports that 420,000 Palestinians have been displaced since March 18, with the blockade cutting off essential supplies, leading to severe malnutrition and near-famine conditions.
  • Aid operations remain severely restricted, with 95% of humanitarian groups halting or reducing activities due to security risks and depleted resources.
  • Efforts by Egyptian, Qatari, and U.S. mediators to revive ceasefire talks have stalled, with no progress on fundamental issues such as hostages, disarmament, and Israeli withdrawal.