Pakistan, July 4 -- Hamas is currently in talks with other Palestinian groups to review a US-backed ceasefire proposal for Gaza and plans to share its official response with mediators after internal discussions conclude. This development comes as mediators from the United States, Qatar, and Egypt work to secure a 60-day truce aimed at halting months of deadly conflict. The proposal includes a phased release of hostages, Israeli troop withdrawals, and discussions toward a permanent ceasefire.

Despite progress on the diplomatic front, Israel has intensified its military operations in Gaza, launching one of its heaviest bombardments in recent months. Overnight airstrikes and artillery fire killed at least 90 people, including many women and...