Brief by Shorts91NewsDesk / 09:49am on 02 Mar 2025,Sunday International
Israel has halted all humanitarian aid to Gaza after the expiration of phase one of the ceasefire deal. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s office cited Hamas’s refusal to accept a US-backed six-week ceasefire extension. Hamas condemned the move as “blackmail” and urged international pressure on Israel. The ceasefire, in effect since January 19, saw the release of hostages and prisoners but stalled on phase two negotiations. Hamas demands guarantees of Israel’s troop withdrawal and further exchanges. Netanyahu insists no ceasefire will continue without hostage releases. The US proposal includes phased releases and negotiations, but Israel warns of consequences if Hamas refuses. The humanitarian crisis in Gaza deepens as tensions escalate.
