Hamas stands firm against global pressure to accept hostage deal
Hamas has reiterated its call for a full ceasefire, while Defense Minister Yoav Gallant met with US officials, including counterpart Lloyd Austin to discuss phases of the war.
Ismail Haniyeh, top leader of the Palestinian Islamist group Hamas, meets people offering condolences after the killing of three of his sons in an Israeli strike in Gaza City, in Doha, Qatar April 11, 2024. (photo credit: IBRAHEEM ABU MUSTAFA/REUTERS)ByTOVAH LAZAROFF