As the Israeli military intensifies its offensive against the Islamic group Hamas in the southern Gaza Strip, there are reports of progress in negotiations to free the hostages and cease fighting, but it remains unclear whether the gap between Israel and Hamas can be bridged. The situation continues.
*We will keep you updated on developments regarding Israel and Palestine as of January 30th, Japan time.
On the 29th, the Israeli military announced that it is continuing to carry out airstrikes and ground forces attacks on key Hamas strongholds, including Khan Yunis in the southern Gaza Strip and Gaza City in the north.
Health authorities in the Gaza Strip say 26,422 people have been killed in Israeli attacks so far.
Regarding the fighting in Khan Yunis, the Palestinian Red Crescent Society posted on social media on the 29th, saying, ``The attack on the area around Amal Hospital in Khan Yunis continues.The Israeli army has continued to target and surround the hospital for eight days.'' "I'm doing it."
It also claims that there are casualties in attacks near hospitals, saying, ``Two people who were trying to carry a body from a place just a few meters away from the hospital were attacked and killed.''
Under these circumstances, on the 29th, America's NBC News and some Israeli media reported that negotiations are underway with Qatar and others acting as intermediaries toward the release of the hostages and a cessation of fighting. It is reported that the Israeli side has agreed in principle to the suspension.
However, multiple Israeli media outlets have also reported government officials saying that there is still a long way to go before an agreement is reached. While Hamas is calling for a complete ceasefire, Israel is refusing to accept it, and the situation remains unclear as to whether the gap between the two sides can be bridged.