Negotiations between Israel and Hamas over a ceasefire in the Gaza war and the release of hostages have stalled. Hamas demands a complete withdrawal of Israel, while Israel wants to retain control over the Philadelphi Corridor.
The killing of two opponents of Israel has raised the threat of retaliatory attacks by Iran and Hezbollah. The number of victims in the Gaza war has exceeded 40,000 dead and 92,400 injured, with Hamas not distinguishing between fighters and civilians.
The recent settler attack in the West Bank has led to condemnation from international bodies, and calls for sanctions to be imposed on Israel. Despite pressure for a ceasefire, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is unwilling to make meaningful concessions.
The ascension of Yahya Sinwar as the new head of Hamas's political bureau may signal a hardening of the group's stance. The role of the US in pushing for a ceasefire is under scrutiny, with criticisms that it has failed to use its leverage effectively.
The threat of Iranian retaliation looms large, and a swift positive outcome in the talks is uncertain.
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