Israel-Hamas Truce Talks Said to Face Four Key Sticking Points
- Details of hostages slated for release still to be resolved
- Strike on Hamas military chief clouds diplomacy efforts
Families of hostages lead a protest march calling for an hostage deal in Jerusalem, on July 13.
Photographer: Amir Levy/Getty Images
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Negotiations aimed at winding down Israel’s nine-month war on Hamas in Gaza face four key sticking points, including which hostages should be released, according to people with knowledge of the talks.
Other issues include whether Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu sticks to his demands that Hamas be barred from northern Gaza, according to the people, who asked not be identified because they aren’t authorized to speak publicly. Additionally, Netanyahu wants his forces to retain control of a key southern border corridor and that he should not be bound to an indefinite cease-fire.