Israel and Hamas agree to extend temporary ceasefire
Israel and Hamas agree to extend the ceasefire (Photo: GettyImages)
Israel and Hamas agreed to extend the temporary ceasefire in Gaza for another day to free more hostages, according to The Wall Street Journal.
It is alleged that the agreement to extend the temporary ceasefire for the eighth day provides for the release of 10 more hostages, mostly women and children.
The ceasefire between Israel and Hamas, which was concluded with the mediation of Qatar, has been extended several times, but the agreement also faced possible disruptions.
U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken, who is on a working visit to the Middle East, called on the Israelis to extend the pause in the fighting and reduce civilian casualties.
U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken emphasized the focus on efforts to secure the release of hostages in Gaza held by Hamas from the beginning. This approach has also facilitated a substantial increase in humanitarian aid to civilians in Gaza who are in need. The ongoing process is considered effective and crucial, with the hope that it will continue.
The truce between Israel and Hamas
The truce between Israel and Hamas militants began on November 24. At that time, the parties to the conflict agreed to a four-day ceasefire. After that, Israel and Hamas decided to extend the truce for another two days on the condition that the militants release more hostages.
On November 29, it was reported that Israel was discussing with Hamas the extension of the ceasefire for another two days. To do this, the militants must fulfill Tel Aviv's conditions.
At the same time, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu assured that Jerusalem would continue fighting in the Gaza Strip after the hostages return.
