The U.S. has urged Israel to postpone a large-scale military operation in Gaza to allow ongoing hostage negotiations to continue. Israel, while conducting significant operations, has stated it won't withdraw from occupied areas once a ground operation begins. Despite this, Prime Minister Netanyahu indicated openness to a temporary ceasefire to secure hostage releases. Negotiations, involving indirect U.S. talks with Hamas, are currently stalled, with Israel's 'Witkoff framework' proposal deadlocked.

Prepared by Rachel Morgan and reviewed by editorial team.