Hamas representative denies new negotiations with Israel amid Gaza truce talks
Hamas representative Osama Hamdan has firmly rejected the notion of engaging in new negotiations with Israel, countering Israeli media reports suggesting a potential revival of talks for a Gaza truce, as reported by Al Jazeera.
In a recent telephone interview with Al Jazeera Arabic, Hamdan emphasised that the priority lies in Israel's withdrawal from Gaza and the cessation of all hostilities. «We do not need new negotiations,» he asserted, underlining that Hamas had already acquiesced to a ceasefire proposal, which Israel had rebuffed.
Hamdan expressed scepticism about Israel's willingness to accept fresh proposals, cautioning against granting Israel additional time to perpetuate aggression in the absence of substantial guarantees.
Earlier this month, Hamas greenlit a ceasefire proposal mediated by Qatar and Egypt, aimed at ending the seven-month Gaza conflict, despite Israel deeming the offer inadequate. Reports from Israeli media suggest an impending renewal of negotiations for a Gaza captive release agreement, following discussions with mediators in Paris, Al Jazeera reported.
Israeli intelligence chief David Barnea purportedly agreed to a new negotiation framework with CIA Director Bill Burns and Qatari Prime Minister Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani. However, there are concerns within the defence ministry that any temporary ceasefire agreement may merely pave the way for future hostilities at Israel's discretion.
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