Delegations from both sides met in Sharm el-Sheikh to discuss President Trump’s 20-point plan for Gaza, aiming to end the war and secure the release of hostages, though deep mistrust and key disputes remain

Acceptance of key terms for ending the Gaza war and exchanging hostages — “Our last chance for peace,” say Gaza residents

The U.S. president called on Israel to halt its strikes in Gaza, saying Hamas appears ready for “lasting peace” and that hostilities must cease to ensure the safe release of hostages

The Israeli military denies any strategy to “flatten Gaza”, saying the demolitions are aimed at Hamas infrastructure

Israeli PM compared October 7 to 9/11 while warning countries hosting Hamas leaders. Qatar condemned the attack, as Netanyahu also honored Donald Trump with a symbolic seaside project

A strike in Doha against Hamas negotiators has shattered Doha’s mediator role, prompting Qatar to seek a collective Arab response while Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu defended the operation and warned states to expel or try militants

Gaza’s health ministry reported six more deaths from starvation or malnutrition in the past 24 hours, raising the total to 175, including 93 children

As the talks continue under the shadow of nearly two years of war, the outcome remains uncertain

The Israeli leader warned that if these conditions are not met within 60 days of negotiations, his government will pursue its objectives by other means—specifically, through continued military action

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.