Israel Halts Aid to Gaza and Proposes New Cease-Fire Framework Israel has called for Hamas to accept a temporary extension of the existing cease-fire deal, and to release more hostages.

Israel Proposes Temporary Cease-Fire Through Ramadan and Passover Hamas is unlikely to accept the deal as outlined, an analyst said, since it involves returning half of the remaining hostages in Gaza with few reciprocal commitments from Israel.

Israel and Hamas have begun negotiating next phase of Gaza ceasefire, Egypt says KHAN YOUNIS, Gaza Strip (AP) — Officials from Israel, Qatar and the United States started “intensive discussions” on the ceasefire’s second phase in Cairo. The post Israel and Hamas have begun negotiating next phase of Gaza ceasefire, Egypt says appeared first on RNS.

The fragile ceasefire in Gaza faces a key deadline. Will it last? Israel is reportedly seeking an extension of the first phase to secure the freedom of more captives. Negotiations over the second phase will be even more contentious. The post The fragile ceasefire in Gaza faces a key deadline. Will it last? appeared first on RNS.

Gaza Cease-Fire Could End in Days, With No Extension Agreed. What Happens Next? Less than a week before it expires, Israel and Hamas have failed to agree to extend the cease-fire in Gaza. Here’s how the deal could still continue — and what happens if it doesn’t.

Israel and Hamas Trade Accusations of Violating Fragile Cease-Fire Hamas criticized Israel’s decision to delay the release of hundreds of Palestinian prisoners, amid growing tensions and concerns for the future of the truce in Gaza.

Fate of Bibas Family Renews Fears for Israel-Gaza Cease-Fire Hamas said it had returned the bodies of Shiri Bibas and her two sons. The Israeli military announced that the boys were murdered in Gaza and that Ms. Bibas’s body was that of someone else.

Israel and Hamas Make 6th Exchange, Keeping Cease-Fire Intact for Now Days after the fragile truce appeared to be teetering, Hamas freed three Israeli hostages as Israel released 369 Palestinian prisoners. But it is far from clear whether the deal will reach a second phase.

Israel threatens ‘all hell will break loose’ on Hamas in latest Gaza ceasefire crisis JERUSALEM (AP) — The dispute was sparked when Hamas accused Israel of failing to meet some commitments under the truce, including the delivery of tents and other aid, and said it would delay the next hostage release on Saturday. The post Israel threatens ‘all hell will break loose’ on Hamas in latest Gaza ceasefire crisis appeared first on RNS.

Hamas’ threat to delay the next release of Israeli hostages raises fears for Gaza ceasefire JERUSALEM (AP) — The next handover of three hostages had been scheduled for Saturday, and families say time is running out for those still alive. The post Hamas’ threat to delay the next release of Israeli hostages raises fears for Gaza ceasefire appeared first on RNS.

Hamas says it will delay the release of more hostages, putting Gaza ceasefire at risk JERUSALEM (AP) — Hamas’ said its plan to delay the next hostage release “until further notice” depended on whether Israel “abides by its obligations.” The post Hamas says it will delay the release of more hostages, putting Gaza ceasefire at risk appeared first on RNS.

Hamas Names 3 Hostages to Be Released in Next Cease-Fire Exchange The Israelis were identified as Eli Sharabi, Or Levy and Ohad Ben-Ami, all of whom were abducted during the 2023 Hamas-led attack. Israel is expected to let dozens of Palestinian prisoners go in return.

Aid is surging into Gaza under the ceasefire. Is it helping? JERUSALEM (AP) — As part of the ceasefire agreement, Israel said it would allow 600 aid trucks into Gaza each day, a major increase. The post Aid is surging into Gaza under the ceasefire. Is it helping? appeared first on RNS.

Trump and Netanyahu Meeting Is Expected to Focus on Gaza Cease-Fire The president will welcome the Israeli prime minister to the White House for his first in-person meeting with another world leader since returning to power.

Who are the hostages released as part of the Hamas-Israel ceasefire in Gaza? JERUSALEM (AP) — In the ceasefire’s first phase, Israel and Hamas have agreed that 33 Israeli hostages in Gaza will be released in exchange for almost 2,000 Palestinian prisoners held by Israel. The post Who are the hostages released as part of the Hamas-Israel ceasefire in Gaza? appeared first on RNS.

Trump’s Middle East Envoy Visits Israel in Show of Support for Gaza Cease-Fire Steven Witkoff, who played an important role in brokering the truce between Israel and Hamas, was expected to meet with Israel’s prime minister and to visit Gaza.

U.K. Prime Minster Keir Starmer Thanks Trump for Role in Gaza Cease-Fire Deal The prime minister’s office said the two leaders agreed to meet soon and discussed trade, the economy and the Middle East.

Why is Israel launching a crackdown in the West Bank after the Gaza ceasefire? (AP) — The violence comes as Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu faces domestic pressure from his far-right allies after agreeing to the truce and hostage-prisoner exchange with the Hamas militant group. The post Why is Israel launching a crackdown in the West Bank after the Gaza ceasefire? appeared first on RNS.

The Middle East Cease-Fire Is in Trump’s Hands The fate of the Israel-Hamas agreement will require huge effort.

Israel’s Mixed Mood Over Cease-Fire More than 30 hostages are set to be released during the cease-fire in Gaza. But many Israelis have mixed feelings about the deal because they feel it came at a high price.