Hopes for Gaza Ceasefire Grow as Negotiations Continue in Qatar
Israeli families of hostages and global leaders push for a deal, but violence in Gaza persists with deadly airstrikes and clashes reported.
- Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has sent top intelligence officials to Qatar to negotiate a potential ceasefire and hostage release with Hamas.
- Protests in Tel Aviv draw thousands, including families of hostages, calling for an urgent resolution to the conflict and the safe return of captives.
- Israeli airstrikes in Gaza reportedly killed at least 20 people on Saturday, with conflicting accounts on the targets and casualties.
- The Israeli military has approved plans for a phased withdrawal from Gaza, contingent on political agreements, as Hamas shows flexibility on troop withdrawal demands.
- Tensions remain high in the West Bank, with reports of violence involving Israeli settlers and Palestinian residents, leading to injuries and clashes with Israeli forces.