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Israel wants to extend first phase of Gaza truce by six weeks, Egyptian security sources say

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Posted on February 28, 2025

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CAIRO (Reuters) - Two Egyptian security sources said on Friday that the Israeli delegation in Cairo was trying to reach a deal to extend the first phase of the Gaza ceasefire deal for an additional 42

Israel Proposes Six-Week Extension for Gaza Ceasefire

CAIRO (Reuters) - Two Egyptian security sources said on Friday that the Israeli delegation in Cairo was trying to reach a deal to extend the first phase of the Gaza ceasefire deal for an additional 42 days.

Hamas disagrees with the plan to extend and wants to proceed with the second phase as agreed, the sources told Reuters.

(Reporting by Ahmed Mohamed Hassan; Editing by Kevin Liffey)

Key Takeaways

  • Israel wants to extend the Gaza truce by six weeks.
  • Hamas opposes the extension and prefers to move to the next phase.
  • Egyptian security sources are involved in the mediation.
  • The Israeli delegation is negotiating in Cairo.
  • The situation remains tense with differing opinions.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the main topic?
The main topic is Israel's proposal to extend the Gaza truce by six weeks, which is opposed by Hamas.
Why does Hamas disagree with the extension?
Hamas wants to proceed with the second phase of the ceasefire as initially agreed.
Who is mediating the negotiations?
Egyptian security sources are involved in mediating the negotiations between Israel and Hamas.

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