“But we are committed to continuing the war after a pause, in order to complete the goal of eliminating Hamas. Hamas has insisted it would not release the remaining hostages unless there is a permanent ceasefire and a full withdrawal of Israeli forces from Gaza. However, he said that did not mean the war in Gaza was over. Hamas said that Netanyahu’s comments represented “unmistakable confirmation of his rejection” of the US-supported deal. He said Israel would not withdraw from Gaza until all 120 hostages are returned.

Source: Taipei Times June 25, 2024 03:36 UTC