In a recent Cabinet meeting, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu reiterated his commitment to continue fighting in Gaza until Hamas is eliminated and all other goals of the war are achieved. Taking to social media to express his determination, Netanyahu stated, "The will of the fallen is our mission. We will stand by it."

Among the objectives of the Israeli government is the liberation of all remaining hostages held in the Gaza Strip and the guarantee that the area will never pose a threat to Israel again. Netanyahu emphasized, "There is no substitute for victory. We will not end the war until we achieve all of these goals," according to Bloomberg.

However, the prospects of reaching a peace deal appear to be weakening as the U.S., along with several countries including France, the U.K., Egypt, Qatar, and the European Commission, has presented a three-part cease-fire deal. The deal includes conditions such as the withdrawal of Israeli troops from Gaza's cities, the release of humanitarian aid, and the freedom of hundreds of Palestinian prisoners in exchange for the return of hostages and captured Israeli soldiers by Hamas.

Tense diplomatic talks between the two sides risk derailing, as Hamas and Israel cannot agree on the focus and scope of the negotiations surrounding the implementation of the cease-fire. Hamas is pushing for discussions primarily on the prisoner swap, while the Israeli government insists that the negotiations also address the demilitarization of the Gaza Strip, as reported by media outlets.

As the situation continues to unfold, international efforts to mediate a peaceful resolution face significant challenges. The conflicting priorities of Hamas and Israel in these negotiations further complicate the path to a sustainable and lasting cease-fire in the region.