Gaza Ceasefire Talks Continue Amid Rising Death Toll

Israel and Hamas have resumed indirect ceasefire and hostage negotiations in Doha, Qatar, amid a sharply intensified Israeli military offensive that has killed over 100 Palestinians in the past 24 hours and hundreds more in recent days. Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu has expressed willingness to end the war if all hostages are released, Hamas leaders go into exile, and Gaza is disarmed, while maintaining that military pressure is necessary. Hamas has offered to release up to half of the remaining hostages in exchange for a two-month ceasefire, the release of Palestinian prisoners, more aid, and assurances for future peace talks. Mediators from Egypt, Qatar, and the US are participating, but no breakthrough has been achieved as both sides hold firm to their demands. Gaza's hospitals are overwhelmed, with many casualties among women and children, and aid remains severely restricted due to the ongoing blockade. The deepening humanitarian crisis complicates diplomatic efforts for a ceasefire.