A senior Hamas official has declared that continued discussions on a ceasefire and hostage deal are futile due to Israel's plans for an expanded military offensive, which includes seizing control of Gaza. Bassem Naim articulated his group's position to the BBC, emphasizing that negotiations are pointless while Israel conducts what they term a "starvation war." Israeli officials have revealed that their goal involves displacing most of Gaza's 2.1 million residents, effectively taking control of the territory and managing humanitarian aid amidst a prolonged blockade. They indicated that operations would commence after U.S. President Donald Trump's forthcoming visit, presenting Hamas with a potential window for agreement. International responses have been swift; Britain, France, and the United Nations have criticized Israel's strategy. UN Secretary-General António Guterres voiced deep concern, warning that these actions would result in increased civilian casualties and further devastation in Gaza. Moreover, UN agencies have opposed Israel's plan to channel aid through private entities at military points, asserting a violation of humanitarian principles, refusing to collaborate until conditions improve.
Escalation in Gaza: Hamas Rejects Talks Amid Israeli Offensive Plans
Escalation in Gaza: Hamas Rejects Talks Amid Israeli Offensive Plans
As Israel prepares to intensify its military operations in Gaza, Hamas dismisses further negotiations.
Escalation in Gaza: Hamas Rejects Talks Amid Israeli Offensive Plans
As Israel prepares to intensify its military operations in Gaza, Hamas dismisses further negotiations.
A senior Hamas official has declared that continued discussions on a ceasefire and hostage deal are futile due to Israel's plans for an expanded military offensive, which includes seizing control of Gaza. Bassem Naim articulated his group's position to the BBC, emphasizing that negotiations are pointless while Israel conducts what they term a "starvation war." Israeli officials have revealed that their goal involves displacing most of Gaza's 2.1 million residents, effectively taking control of the territory and managing humanitarian aid amidst a prolonged blockade. They indicated that operations would commence after U.S. President Donald Trump's forthcoming visit, presenting Hamas with a potential window for agreement. International responses have been swift; Britain, France, and the United Nations have criticized Israel's strategy. UN Secretary-General António Guterres voiced deep concern, warning that these actions would result in increased civilian casualties and further devastation in Gaza. Moreover, UN agencies have opposed Israel's plan to channel aid through private entities at military points, asserting a violation of humanitarian principles, refusing to collaborate until conditions improve.
As Israel prepares to intensify its military operations in Gaza, Hamas dismisses further negotiations.
A senior Hamas official has declared that continued discussions on a ceasefire and hostage deal are futile due to Israel's plans for an expanded military offensive, which includes seizing control of Gaza. Bassem Naim articulated his group's position to the BBC, emphasizing that negotiations are pointless while Israel conducts what they term a "starvation war." Israeli officials have revealed that their goal involves displacing most of Gaza's 2.1 million residents, effectively taking control of the territory and managing humanitarian aid amidst a prolonged blockade. They indicated that operations would commence after U.S. President Donald Trump's forthcoming visit, presenting Hamas with a potential window for agreement. International responses have been swift; Britain, France, and the United Nations have criticized Israel's strategy. UN Secretary-General António Guterres voiced deep concern, warning that these actions would result in increased civilian casualties and further devastation in Gaza. Moreover, UN agencies have opposed Israel's plan to channel aid through private entities at military points, asserting a violation of humanitarian principles, refusing to collaborate until conditions improve.
