An Israeli airstrike on Wednesday killed three sons and four grandchildren of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh in Gaza. Hamas confirmed the deaths, while Israel stated that the sons were Hamas operatives. Talks for a ceasefire in Cairo continue, with Hamas considering a proposal to halt fighting for six weeks and exchange hostages for Palestinian prisoners. U.S. President Joe Biden urged Hamas to accept the proposal. Haniyeh condemned the airstrike and reaffirmed Hamas’s demands. The conflict in Gaza has claimed thousands of lives, mostly civilians. Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant announced plans to increase aid to Gaza, including opening a new crossing and port, amidst international criticism of insufficient aid reaching the territory.
Source – CGTN