On the 31st, Israeli media reported that an Israeli negotiating team had arrived in Egypt, the mediating country. In Israel, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has come under growing criticism for his failure to secure the release of the hostages through negotiations.
In negotiations to date, Hamas has been demanding a complete ceasefire and the return of residents to the northern Gaza Strip. Israel has continued to refuse to accept a ceasefire, and negotiations have stalled. We will inform you about the developments regarding Israel and Palestine as of April 1st, Japan time.