Israel, Hamas show willingness to discuss end of Gaza conflict
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Protesters stand with portraits of Israelihostages Agam Berger (20), Naama Levy (20), and others during a demonstration by the families of the hostages taken captive in the Gaza Strip by Palestinian militants during the October 7, 2023 attacks, calling for action to release the hostages, outside the Israeli Prime Minister’s residence in Azza (Gaza) Street in central Jerusalem on October 24, 2024 amid Israel’s ongoing war with Hamas. (Photo by Ahmad GHARABLI / AFP) AHMAD GHARABLI / AFP
Israel’s spy chief will attend Gaza ceasefire talks, signaling progress in ending the ongoing war with Hamas. Hamas has expressed readiness to stop fighting if Israel commits to a ceasefire and other conditions. The US, Qatar, and Lebanon are involved in negotiations, with hopes for a deal following the recent killing of a Hamas leader. The situation remains urgent as civilian casualties mount in Gaza and Lebanon.
