US EditionGaza War Death Toll Surpasses 62,000, Says Palestinian Health Ministry
The Palestinian Health Ministry reports 1,965 deaths occurred while seeking aid amid ongoing war, as ceasefire talks brokered by Egypt and Qatar continue without Israel's immediate response.
- On Monday, Gaza's Health Ministry said more than 62,000 Palestinians have been killed in the 22-month Gaza war, with another 156,230 wounded.
- The war began when Hamas-led militants stormed across the border into southern Israel, killing about 1,200 and abducting 251, according to Israeli tallies.
- Amid aid shortages, the ministry reported 1,965 people have been killed seeking humanitarian aid and famine-related deaths reached 263, including 112 children.
- Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty said mediators are 'exerting extensive efforts' to revive a U.S. proposal for a 60-day ceasefire that includes suspending military actions.
- Despite dispute, the United Nations and experts consider the ministry's figures the most reliable estimate of casualties.
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Hamas Reportedly Accepts Ceasefire Deal
Hamas reportedly accepted a ceasefire deal in its war with Israel, sources involved with the matter told Axios. According to the “diplomatic source,” the deal accepted by Hamas is “98% similar” to the previous U.S.-supported proposal. Another source told the outlet that the proposal is a “partial deal for a 60-day ceasefire, the release of 10 live hostages, 18 deceased hostages and the release of Palestinian prisoners,” Axios described. The news…
Military Islamist Hamas apparently agreed to a new proposal for a ceasefire in the Gaza Strip and the release of hostages.
The Palestinian militia Hamas has accepted on Monday afternoon the truce proposal put forward by negotiators Qatar and Egypt to stop hostilities in the Gaza Strip. Media such as Qatari television Al Jazeera and the BBC have reported on this approval by quoting a senior Palestinian group. Various media outlets based in Saudi Arabia and Lebanon have cited other unidentified sources confirming the approval of the Palestinian militia, adding that Ha…
Negotiations for a ceasefire in the Gaza Strip are currently underway in Egypt. Hamas says it is willing to engage in talks. However, it remains unclear whether an agreement will actually be reached.
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