Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on the 4th stated, ''We will not accept any deal,'' emphasizing his uncompromising stance and keeping Hamas in check. The Israeli military continues to carry out attacks on areas such as Khan Yunis in the southern Gaza Strip, which is believed to be an important base for the Islamic organization Hamas.
Netanyahu claimed at a cabinet meeting that he had annihilated about 70% of Hamas' forces in the Gaza Strip. Hamas's top official, Haniyeh, issued a statement on the 2nd indicating that he intends to seek a permanent ceasefire.