Israel-Hamas war, Gaza genocide

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Palestinians in Gaza hold out hope for possible ceasefire

Palestinians, especially after the war resumed following Israel’s decision to break off a previous ceasefire deal, have been very desperate for any ceasefire deal, for any negotiations.

They have been following the news and hearing that Hamas agreed to this draft proposal and are waiting for any news of ceasefire negotiations because Palestinians have been attacked in their houses, attacked in every area they are sheltering in.

There has also been a blockade for nearly three months with the situation on the ground harsh and fast deteriorating – despite the fact in the last couple of days some aid trucks have been entering.

But Palestinians on the ground say they are not receiving anything. Palestinians are hopeful; they are waiting for positive news. But they do not trust the Israeli side.

Israeli official ‘dismisses Hamas ceasefire proposal’: Report

Reuters is quoting an Israeli official as dismissing what it described as “the latest ceasefire proposal from Hamas”.

The official, who spoke on condition of anonymity, told the news agency no responsible government could accept such an agreement and rejected the reported assertion by Hamas that the deal matched one proposed by Witkoff.

White House quiet on possible Gaza ceasefire deal

The United States government has not said anything about this deal to reporters. In fact, it’s a bit of a ghost town at the White House North Lawn because it’s a federal holiday here.

We’re watching very carefully because the US president is set to speak at Arlington National Cemetery, where he will be for Memorial Day, honouring fallen soldiers and the sacrifices they have made in wars.

President Trump also made a lengthy social media post mentioning nothing about Gaza, in fact talking instead about domestic issues such as illegal immigration.

He did say he felt there is the possibility of ending things as quickly as possible in terms of the conflict in Gaza, telling reporters, “We want to see if we can stop it.” But beyond that, Trump has been very quiet.