The hostilities have whittled away any hope a truce could be reached before the November 5 US presidential election.
Hamas television, quoting a leading source in the group, said the ceasefire proposals did not meet its conditions.
“The proposals do not include a permanent cessation of aggression, withdrawal of occupation forces from the Gaza Strip, or the return of displaced people,” the source said.
Nor did they address Palestinians’ need for security, relief and reconstruction, and the full reopening of border crossings, the source said.
The delegation also demanded the provision of food, medicine and shelter, and said any agreement must include an exchange of Palestinians held in Israel’s jails for the Israeli hostages captive in Gaza.
Israel’s Netanyahu, addressing graduating troops on Thursday, said: “Agreements, documents, proposals are not the main point.
“The main point is our ability and determination to enforce security, thwart attacks against us and act against the arming of our enemies, as necessary and despite any pressure and constraints. This is the main point,” he said.
Source: CNA
