Hamas has shown a willingness to consider proposals for a permanent ceasefire, which would include an Israeli withdrawal from Gaza and a prisoner exchange.

In response, Egyptian media has reported that Israel has sent a temporary ceasefire proposal to Hamas, aiming to kickstart discussions for a lasting truce.

Meanwhile, the International Criminal Court has issued arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and former Defense Minister Yoav Gallant, citing war crimes and crimes against humanity in relation to the Gaza conflict.

Current estimates indicate that 59 hostages remain in Gaza, with 24 confirmed alive, while over 9,500 Palestinians are reported to be held in dire conditions in Israeli prisons.

Despite the ongoing negotiations, Netanyahu has reportedly abandoned the second phase of the ceasefire deal due to pressure from the far-right faction within his government.

Rashwan has noted that former U.S. President Donald Trump has provided Netanyahu with opportunities to release hostages, but the window for action is closing.

This situation follows a phased ceasefire agreement brokered by Egypt, Qatar, and the U.S. in January, which Israel violated by resuming military operations on March 18, 2025.

Trump has acknowledged that Israel's demands in the ceasefire talks with Hamas are becoming increasingly unreasonable, according to an Egyptian official.

Diaa Rashwan, head of Egypt's State Information Service, has reiterated that Trump is aware of the challenges in the negotiations.

Since October 2023, the conflict has resulted in the deaths of at least 51,000 Palestinians, predominantly women and children, due to ongoing Israeli military actions in Gaza.

Despite previous setbacks, Israeli media has reported progress towards a potential deal with Hamas, backed by U.S. guarantees, although talks have stalled due to Netanyahu's refusal to halt hostilities.

Additionally, Israel is facing a genocide case at the International Court of Justice regarding its actions in the Gaza Strip.