Hamas Rejects Israel's New Ceasefire Conditions, Delegation Exits Cairo Talks

Hamas has rejected the new conditions proposed by Israel for a ceasefire agreement, insisting on adherence to the terms established on July 2, CNN reported. The Hamas delegation departed Cairo on Sunday evening after talks with mediators, casting further doubt on the prospects of a breakthrough in the US-supported efforts to end the 10-month-long conflict.

Izzat al-Rishq, a member of the Hamas political bureau, emphasized that any agreement must reflect the July 2 accord, which includes a permanent ceasefire, a full withdrawal of Israeli forces from Gaza, the return of residents to their homes, humanitarian relief and reconstruction, and a serious prisoner exchange deal....