Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Thursday that he had directed the immediate initiation of negotiations for the release of all hostages in Gaza and the conclusion of the war there on terms acceptable to Israel. Al Arabiya’s top content ...

Hamas has condemned the offensive as a ‘blatant disregard’ for mediation efforts, warning the move could scuttle the latest truce proposal.

Even if the Americans say publicly that they support a comprehensive deal, Maj. Gen. (res.) Yaakov Amidror questions what that would exactly entail.

General Antonio Guterres has urged an immediate ceasefire in Gaza, warning that Israel's latest military push into Gaza City could escalate violence and civilian suffering. Guterres made these comments while attending a development conference in Tokyo on Thursday.

U.S. Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee says he blames a recent breakdown in Gaza ceasefire talks on the decision by some European leaders to recognize Palestinian statehood.