Confusion Reigns Amidst Ongoing Cease-Fire Talks Between Israel and Hamas**

Fri Jul 18 2025 19:40:26 GMT+0300 (Eastern European Summer Time)
Confusion Reigns Amidst Ongoing Cease-Fire Talks Between Israel and Hamas**

Divergent messages surround the prospects of a truce as hostilities continue in Gaza, highlighting the complexity of the situation.**


Recent cease-fire discussions between Israel, Hamas, and the Trump administration have yielded conflicting statements, complicating an already tense situation in Gaza where attacks persist amid calls for peace.**


Israel’s renewed military actions against Hamas in Gaza have fueled criticism from traditional allies amid a backdrop of conflicting statements regarding cease-fire negotiations aimed at releasing hostages. As President Trump pushes to end the conflict, Israeli forces have intensified their offensive, with over 70 reported deaths in recent strikes according to the Gaza health ministry, which does not differentiate between combatants and civilians.

The situation became increasingly muddled when Hamas's Al-Aqsa television claimed acceptance of a cease-fire proposal from Steve Witkoff, Trump’s Middle East envoy. In a swift counter, Witkoff denounced the assertion, stating that Hamas's response was "disappointing and completely unacceptable."

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu expressed optimism about resolution, hinting that progress might be announced soon, although he later indicated that his excitement was metaphorical, attributing the stalled talks to Hamas's response.

On social media, Hamas official Basem Naim reiterated the group's claim, affirming acceptance of Witkoff’s proposal while urging Israel to engage with the offer. The fluctuating narratives from all parties involved highlight the delicate, intertwined nature of diplomacy and conflict in this region.

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