Israel Cuts Power to Gaza as Truce Negotiations Continue

The decision intensifies pressure on Hamas ahead of talks in Qatar, while humanitarian conditions in Gaza worsen.

Israel has ceased supplying electricity to Gaza, citing efforts to pressure Hamas into releasing all hostages and extending the ceasefire.
The power cut impacts Gaza's desalination plant, which serves over 600,000 people, worsening the humanitarian crisis in the region.
Negotiations for the second phase of the ceasefire are set to begin in Qatar, with mediators from the U.S., Qatar, and Egypt facilitating discussions.
Key sticking points include Hamas demanding a permanent ceasefire, the lifting of the blockade, and reconstruction aid, while Israel seeks Gaza's demilitarization and the return of all hostages.
Families of Israeli hostages and former captives are urging Prime Minister Netanyahu to finalize a comprehensive ceasefire agreement to secure the release of remaining captives.