In Cairo, Middle East talks are taking place, on which depends whether Israel will launch an offensive on Rafah. Prime Minister Netanyahu is in a dilemma. While in Riyadh at the World Economic Forum, discussions are held about the future of the Gaza Strip and possible reconstruction, negotiations in Cairo focus on a ceasefire and the release of hostages.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has declared that Israel will proceed with an offensive on the southern Gaza city of Rafah, regardless of any efforts to broker a ceasefire or release hostages. The renewed talks, led by Egypt, aim to reach a truce as Israel prepares for a ground operation in Rafah. The talks are viewed as the final opportunity for a diplomatic solution to the conflict.

Israel is determined to launch a ground offensive against Hamas in Rafah, Gaza's southernmost town, despite global concerns about the potential harm to over a million Palestinian civilians. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated that they would enter Rafah to achieve their objective of destroying Hamas, with or without a cease-fire deal. The U.S. and Egypt have urged Israel not to carry out the operation without a credible plan to evacuate civilians.

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of Israel reiterated his intention to invade the southern Gaza Strip despite ongoing cease-fire negotiations. The United States and other countries are working towards a peaceful resolution, but Netanyahu insists on achieving all war goals, including an incursion into Rafah.