Israel Halts Humanitarian Aid to Gaza Amid Ceasefire Dispute
Israel has stopped all humanitarian aid to Gaza, stating that Hamas refused a ceasefire extension proposed by the U.S., raising tensions in the region.
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Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu announced the halt of all humanitarian aid to Gaza following Hamas's refusal to accept a U.S.-backed ceasefire extension proposal. This decision, made in coordination with the Trump administration, has led to accusations of blackmail from Hamas, which demands adherence to the original ceasefire agreement. Nearly 2 million Palestinians, reliant on aid, face worsening conditions amid ongoing military operations by Israel. The ceasefire's first phase, which included hostage exchanges, expired without progress on subsequent negotiations, adding urgency to the humanitarian crisis.
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Israel halted humanitarian aid to Gaza because Hamas refused a U.S.-backed ceasefire extension proposal. Israel claims Hamas must accept the proposal for aid to resume.
The U.S. proposal for extending the ceasefire includes Hamas releasing half of the hostages on the first day and the rest when a permanent ceasefire agreement is reached.
The conflict has severely impacted Gaza's humanitarian situation, with over 48,380 victims, mostly women and children, and widespread destruction. The halt in aid exacerbates conditions for nearly 2 million Palestinians reliant on aid.
Hamas has refused the ceasefire extension proposal, calling Israel's actions 'cheap blackmail.' Hamas insists that Israel must adhere to the original ceasefire agreement terms.
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