International and Domestic Pressures
U.S. Secretary of State and other mediators have pushed for to accept a ceasefire proposal, emphasizing the urgency of the situation and the need for Hamas to make concessions.
faces internal and external scrutiny, with potential political and legal implications, as he navigates the ceasefire negotiations and the threat of an operation in .
Sticking Points and Negotiation Dynamics
Critical disagreements persist, notably over the demand by Hamas for the ceasefire to lead to a complete end of the war, in contrast to Israel's stance on a temporary truce and its readiness for a Rafah operation.
Despite some optimism from Hamas leaders regarding the ceasefire proposal, the group's conditions, including those related to Rafah and the overall war termination, remain contentious.
