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Yahoo
19-07-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
Hamas says it will not agree to an interim truce if latest round of talks fail
The terrorist organization also said that if an agreement was not reached in the latest round of ceasefire talks, the group would not agree to an interim truce or partial hostage deal in the future. Hamas' Izz ad-Din al-Qassam Brigades spokesperson said on Friday the group would not agree to an interim truce in the future if a ceasefire agreement was not reached during ongoing negotiations and accused Israel of intransigence. "We are closely monitoring the ongoing negotiations and hope they will result in an agreement that guarantees the cessation of the war against our people, the withdrawal of occupation forces, and the relief of our people," spokesman Abu Ubaida said in a video statement. "However, if the enemy persists in its obstinacy and evades this round, as it has done every time, we do not guarantee the return to partial deals, nor to the proposal for the ten prisoners." He further claimed that the terror organization had also allegedly proposed releasing all of the hostages in an effort to end the war. "We have repeatedly proposed, over the last few months, a comprehensive deal in which we would hand over all the enemy's prisoners at once, but the war criminal Netanyahu and his Nazi movement ministers rejected this offer," he said in a video message posted on Telegram. How are Israel-Hamas ceasefire talks going? This statement comes after Israel and Hamas entered another round of ceasefire and hostage deal talks, which are reportedly in advanced stages. Sources told The Jerusalem Post that Israel has made 'significant progress' in the hostage-ceasefire negotiations. However, 'at least a few more days of discussions will be needed to reach a final agreement." A senior diplomatic official told reporters that a hostage deal, which would involve the release of 10 hostages, the return of the bodies of 18 others, along with a 60-day truce, is 'attainable.' 'We, as a government, are interested in a framework for a hostage release,' the official said. 'There are differing political opinions in Israel, but the government is committed to a hostage deal, and that's the line the prime minister is leading. I believe a deal is achievable. It's not simple. Negotiating with Hamas is neither easy nor quick, and I can't give a timeline, but it is within reach.' According to the official, Hamas's agreement to the Witkoff framework demonstrates a shift in its position. 'This is the result of intense military pressure, strong American involvement, and Washington's desire to achieve a deal. Because of that interest – and the US-Qatar relationship – Qatar is now engaging at a different level.' Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu told Pope Leo XIV that Israel is close to a hostage agreement with Hamas, N12 reported on Friday. Amichai Stein contributed to this report. Solve the daily Crossword
Jordan News
19-07-2025
- Politics
- Jordan News
In First Video Statement in Months, Abu Ubaida: We Are Ready for a Prolonged War of Attrition - Jordan News
Abu Ubaida, the military spokesperson for the Al-Qassam Brigades, affirmed the Palestinian resistance's readiness to continue a prolonged war of attrition against the Israeli occupation in the Gaza Strip. اضافة اعلان In his first recorded speech since March 6, Abu Ubaida vowed more high-impact operations and strongly criticized the Israeli government and Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu for their handling of the prisoners' file. He stated that the occupation resumed its aggression four months ago after 'violating agreements and reversing the deal struck with the resistance,' noting that the Al-Qassam Brigades have caused hundreds of casualties among Israeli soldiers, in addition to thousands suffering from psychological trauma and neurological disorders. Abu Ubaida emphasized that Al-Qassam fighters have surprised the enemy with new tactics and methods, and have attempted several operations in recent weeks to capture Israeli soldiers. He explained that the current strategy of Al-Qassam is based on 'inflicting heavy losses on the enemy, carrying out qualitative operations, and striving to capture soldiers,' warning that the continuation of the occupation government's 'genocidal war' means it will keep receiving the bodies of its soldiers and officers. He accused the Israeli Prime Minister and his ministers of rejecting the initiatives proposed by the resistance regarding the prisoners' file, saying they 'have no real interest in their captured soldiers,' adding that 'Netanyahu and his ministers have conditioned their public to accept the idea of all the soldiers being killed.' Abu Ubaida said the resistance is closely monitoring the ongoing negotiations, expressing hope that they could lead to 'a deal that guarantees an end to the genocide, the withdrawal of the occupation, and relief for our people.' However, he warned that if the enemy remains obstinate during this round of talks, 'we cannot guarantee a return to partial deals or the proposal concerning the ten prisoners.' He pointed to what he called 'clear signs of the Zionist failure' in confronting the resistance, including 'resorting to war crimes, collective punishment, genocide, and ethnic cleansing,' adding that the occupation 'takes pride in torturing the innocent and publicly declaring plans for forced displacement, touting systematic destruction as a military achievement.' He also accused the occupation of seeking to establish 'Nazi-style detention camps under false humanitarian labels,' noting that 'the enemy wants to replicate historical atrocities with sadism and brutality that make Nazism seem small in comparison.' Abu Ubaida concluded by saying that 'the lie of anti-Semitism, which our enemies have long exploited, will become a farce and a scandal in the eyes of the world.'
Economic Times
18-07-2025
- Politics
- Economic Times
‘No more partial deals': Hamas warns Israel, threatens full ceasefire amid truce deadlock
Hamas issues a stark warning as Gaza ceasefire talks stall. Spokesperson Abu Ubaida says Hamas may demand a full ceasefire if Israel rejects current terms. Talks mediated by Qatar, Egypt, and the US remain deadlocked. Netanyahu blames Hamas for the delay, despite mounting casualties over 58,600 Palestinians and 1,650 Israelis dead. Hostage deal in limbo as Hamas warns Israel of consequences if no progress is made. Show more 14:04 08:33 03:56 05:35 04:01 11:10 09:37 08:08 10:59 08:14 03:07 06:45 03:26 12:54 08:54 05:39 03:50 12:38 08:41 03:32 09:30 09:56 08:49 09:04 03:06 13:25 02:17 08:11 01:54 03:29 04:13 03:01 03:25
Japan Today
18-07-2025
- Politics
- Japan Today
Hamas says no interim truce possible without work toward permanent ceasefire deal
FILE PHOTO: Explosions send smoke into the air in Gaza, as seen from the Israeli side of the border, July 17, 2025. REUTERS/Amir Cohen/File Photo cairo Hamas' armed wing spokesperson said on Friday that while the group favors reaching an interim truce in the Gaza war, if such an agreement is not reached in current negotiations it could revert to insisting on a full package deal to end the conflict. Hamas has repeatedly offered to release all the hostages held in Gaza and conclude a permanent ceasefire agreement, and Israel has refused, Abu Ubaida added in a televised speech. Arab mediators Qatar and Egypt, backed by the United States, have hosted more than 10 days of talks on a U.S.-backed proposal for a 60-day truce in the war that has laid waste to the Palestinian enclave. Israeli officials were not immediately available for comment on the eve of the Jewish Sabbath. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's office said in a statement on a call he had with Pope Leo on Friday that Israel's efforts to secure a hostage release deal and 60-day ceasefire, "have so far not been reciprocated by Hamas". As part of the potential deal, 10 hostages held in Gaza would be returned along with the bodies of 18 others, spread out over 60 days. In exchange, Israel would release a number of detained Palestinians. "If the enemy remains obstinate and evades this round as it has done every time before, we cannot guarantee a return to partial deals or the proposal of the 10 captives," said Abu Ubaida. Disputes remain over maps of Israeli army withdrawals, aid delivery mechanisms into Gaza, and guarantees that any eventual truce would lead to ending the war, said two Hamas officials who spoke to Reuters on Friday. The officials said the talks have not reached a breakthrough on the issues under discussion. Hamas says any agreement must lead to ending the war, while Netanyahu says the war will only end once Hamas is disarmed and its leaders expelled from Gaza. Israel's campaign in Gaza has killed more than 58,600 Palestinians, according to Gaza health authorities. Almost 1,650 Israelis and foreign nationals have been killed as a result of the conflict, including 1,200 killed in the October 7, 2023, Hamas attack on southern Israel, according to Israeli tallies. © Thomson Reuters 2025.
Express Tribune
18-07-2025
- Politics
- Express Tribune
Hamas says no interim truce possible without work toward permanent ceasefire deal
Explosions send smoke into the air in Gaza, as seen from the Israeli side of the border, July 17, 2025. PHOTO: REUTERS Hamas' armed wing spokesperson said on Friday that while the group favours reaching an interim truce in the Gaza war, if such an agreement is not reached in current negotiations it could revert to insisting on a full package deal to end the conflict. Hamas has repeatedly offered to release all the hostages held in Gaza and conclude a permanent ceasefire agreement, and Israel has refused, Abu Ubaida added in a televised speech. Arab mediators Qatar and Egypt, backed by the United States, have hosted more than 10 days of talks on a US-backed proposal for a 60-day truce in the war that has laid waste to the Palestinian enclave. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's office said in a statement on a call he had with Pope Leo on Friday that Israel's efforts to secure a hostage release deal and 60-day ceasefire, "have so far not been reciprocated by Hamas". As part of the potential deal, 10 hostages held in Gaza would be returned along with the bodies of 18 others, spread out over 60 days. In exchange, Israel would release a number of detained Palestinians. "If the enemy remains obstinate and evades this round as it has done every time before, we cannot guarantee a return to partial deals or the proposal of the 10 captives," said Abu Ubaida. Disputes remain over maps of Israeli army withdrawals, aid delivery mechanisms into Gaza, and guarantees that any eventual truce would lead to ending the war, said two Hamas officials who spoke to Reuters on Friday. The officials said the talks have not reached a breakthrough on the issues under discussion. Hamas says any agreement must lead to ending the war, while Netanyahu says the war will only end once Hamas is disarmed and its leaders expelled from Gaza. Israel's campaign in Gaza has killed more than 58,600 Palestinians, according to Gaza health authorities. Almost 1,650 Israelis and foreign nationals have been killed as a result of the conflict, including 1,200 killed in the October 7, 2023, Hamas attack on southern Israel, according to Israeli tallies.
