Israel rejected the changes that Hamas is demanding in the Qatari proposal for a truce in Gaza. «The changes that Hamas demands in the Qatari proposal were passed on to us last night and are unacceptable to Israel" - says Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's message issued on Sunday.
U.S. president Donald Trump will welcome Netanyahu on Monday at the White House. The situation in Gaza is expected to be 1 of the main themes of the meeting.
Trump is pushing for an agreement
In fresh days, the American leader has repeatedly announced the early conclusion of the truce. According to the media, he pushed both sides to come to an agreement.
The function of mediator between Israel and Hamas is full of Qatar. On Friday evening Hamas responded positively to the latest proposal of ceasefire presented by mediators.
Conditions of the 60-day truce
Israel had already agreed to the terms of the agreement. Hamas, however, warned that further talks were needed to accomplish the truce.
According to media information, the proposal for a contract assumes a 60-day truce. During this period, half of the about 20 surviving hostages would be released and a permanent end to the war would be negotiated.
Social force on the Prime Minister
A large part of Israel's society accuses Netanyahu of continuing the war for political benefit. Citizens accuse him of ignoring the destiny of the abducted.
The agreement with Hamas is opposed to the utmost right-wing coalitions of the Prime Minister. It is up to these politicians to last his government.
(PAP) Note: This article was edited with Artificial Intelligence.
