Hamas says Israel's offensive on Gaza City demonstrates 'blatant disregard' for ceasefire talks

Hamas stated that Israel’s planned military offensive on Gaza City demonstrates a “blatant disregard” for ongoing ceasefire negotiations. The statement followed an announcement from the Israeli military that it was beginning an operation against the city, which is home to nearly one million residents and displaced people. Hamas noted that it had accepted a 60-day ceasefire proposal put forward by mediators Qatar and Egypt earlier in the week. Israel has not yet responded to that specific proposal.