Hamas has rejected a temporary truce proposal from Egypt and Qatar, stating that it does not meet the essential needs of the Palestinian people for security and humanitarian relief. The organization emphasized the necessity for a permanent ceasefire, the withdrawal of Israeli forces from the Gaza Strip, and the return of displaced individuals. The leader of Hamas expressed that while they are open to negotiations, the current proposals fail to address critical issues such as the lifting of the blockade and the reconstruction of Gaza.
The discussions initiated by Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi include a temporary ceasefire plan that would involve a two-day truce to facilitate the exchange of Israeli prisoners for Palestinian detainees. However, Hamas argues that this does not provide a long-term solution to the ongoing crisis in Gaza, which has seen significant loss of life and widespread destruction since the conflict escalated on October 7, 2023.
The humanitarian situation in Gaza remains dire, with reports of over 143,000 Palestinians killed and thousands more injured or missing. The ongoing conflict has led to calls for international intervention and adherence to UN Security Council resolutions to address the humanitarian crisis and facilitate peace talks.
