Israel FM calls to seize opportunity as Trump pushes for Gaza ceasefire

Israel’s top diplomat called on Wednesday not to miss any chance to free hostages held in Gaza, after US President Donald Trump urged Palestinian group Hamas to agree to a 60-day ceasefire that he said had Israel’s backing.

Nearly 21 months of war have created dire humanitarian conditions for the more than two million people in the Gaza Strip, where Israel has recently expanded its military operations.

The civil defence agency said Israeli strikes killed at least 14 people on Wednesday.

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News Source: www.al-monitor.com

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