Israel-Hamas Ceasefire Negotiations

Netanyahu and Trump to Discuss Potential Gaza Ceasefire Deal

By Auctela

White House: Negotiators discuss terms of potential ceasefire with Hamas but big gaps persist as Israeli leader heads for Washington

Key Developments in Israel-Hamas War

Netanyahu heads to White House for critical talks with President Trump
60-day ceasefire proposal on the table, but major disagreements remain
Hamas demands permanent truce, while Israel insists on “total victory”
Over 57,000 Palestinians killed since October 2023 (Gaza Health Ministry)

Ceasefire Negotiations: What’s on the Table?

Hostage Release: 28 Israeli captives in exchange for Palestinian prisoners
Aid Surge: UN-led humanitarian assistance to Gaza after months of blockade
Long-Term Talks: Discussions for a permanent ceasefire to begin immediately

Netanyahu stated: “We’re working to achieve this deal… and the conversation with President Trump can help.”

Challenges to the Deal

Far-right Israeli ministers oppose any ceasefire, demanding continued military action
Hamas insists on guarantees for a permanent end to hostilities
Arab nations (including Saudi Arabia) demand Palestinian statehood as a condition for normalization

Humanitarian Crisis in Gaza

Starvation risk for 2.3 million Gazans (UN report)
Hospitals overwhelmed with 135,000+ wounded
US-backed aid efforts face delays due to political disputes

Agha Ali