IDF prepares for escalation as talks stall across all fronts

The Latest Updates on Israeli-Hamas Negotiations

The current situation heading into the weekend offers little in the way of good news. The U.S. proposal on a hostage deal and a cease-fire remains stalled, likely due to new demands from Hamas.

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu hasn’t given up entirely on the issue of the Philadelphi Corridor, but negotiations are facing hurdles. The main sticking point seems to be Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar’s insistence on releasing Palestinian security prisoners in exchange for hostages.

Despite the impasse, the U.S., along with Qatar and Egypt, is expected to offer a compromise by Sunday. The goal is to put pressure on both sides to respond to the proposal, potentially paving the way for further negotiations.

Israeli officials are preparing for an extended war without a hostage deal in sight, as chances for a breakthrough are slim. Security operations are shifting in Gaza, focusing on preventing Hamas from regaining control and conducting guerrilla warfare.