A prior ceasefire ended on March 18 when Israeli strikes killed more than 400 Palestinians.

Despite the renewed diplomatic efforts, fighting on the ground has not eased. At least 139 Palestinians have been killed in the past 24 hours, according to Gaza health authorities

Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar urged not to miss the opportunity for hostage release, emphasizing that a large majority in government and public opinion supports the plan

The proposed ceasefire, spearheaded by U.S. Middle East envoy Steve Witkoff under the administration of former President Donald Trump, outlines a phased de-escalation designed to facilitate humanitarian relief and lay the groundwork for lasting peace talks

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced on Wednesday that Mohammed Sinwar, the Hamas leader in Gaza and younger brother of the late Yahya Sinwar, has been killed.

Hamas is reviewing the ceasefire proposal and is expected to respond within 48 hours.

Additionally, the commission found that Israeli actions, including restricted access to medical supplies leading to increased maternity deaths, amounted to the crime against humanity of extermination

DHS officials claimed in a social media post that Khalil had "led activities aligned to Hamas", though they did not provide details or accuse him of providing material support to the group, which the U.S. has designated as a terrorist organization

Rights groups warn US AI-driven visa revocations threaten free speech, as Trump vows to deport pro-Palestinian protesters and cut university funding.

Israel has announced a halt to all humanitarian aid entering Gaza.

Hamas released six Israeli hostages on Saturday as part of the ongoing ceasefire agreement.

Thousands of people, including masked Hamas militants, were present for the release

In a written inquiry sent to the DOJ, To Vima asked whether the U.S. intends to invoke its extradition treaty with Turkey to hold these figures accountable. A DOJ representative offered a terse response: “We will decline to comment at this time.”