Recent talks regarding the second phase of the ceasefire between Israel and Hamas have not yielded progress, with no clear plans for further negotiations. The initial ceasefire began on January 19, after a protracted conflict lasting over 15 months, and allowed for the exchange of hostages and prisoners. While there appears to be a consensus that the ceasefire will not collapse, the challenges remain significant, particularly as Israel's preferred approach is to continue negotiating the release of more hostages rather than moving into the second phase of the agreement.
A Hamas source accused Israel of delaying the second phase of the ceasefire negotiations, highlighting ongoing tensions and unmet agreements amid the conflict.
The ceasefire took effect on January 19 after more than 15 months of war, with the initial phase allowing for the exchange of hostages and prisoners.
Max Rodenbeck of the International Crisis Group noted that while the second phase of talks is stalled, the overall ceasefire is unlikely to collapse.
Despite the absence of a Hamas delegation in Cairo, discussions are ongoing to find a resolution to the current impasse in ceasefire negotiations.
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