Israel opts out of cease-fire talks with Hamas as US pushes for a deal
Newsy
Israel opted out of cease-fire talks on Sunday after Hamas denied handing over a complete list of hostages that are still alive.
After weeks of negotiations and what seemed to be progress in pausing the war in the Middle East, Israel has withdrawn from cease-fire talks.
Israel opted out of cease-fire talks on Sunday after Hamas denied handing over a complete list of hostages that are still alive, according to Israeli reports.
The proposed six-week cease-fire in Gaza would have included the release of hostages held by Hamas deemed most vulnerable.
The news comes after an initial review of the deaths of more than 100 Palestinians in northern Gaza last week. The Israeli military says most of the victims died in a stampede surrounding an aid convoy.
Palestinian officials say Israeli troops opened fire intentionally, sparking panic among civilians.
