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US Hopeful for Ceasefire in Gaza Starting Sunday

Despite delays from Israel in approving a ceasefire agreement for Gaza, the United States has expressed optimism that the ceasefire will begin on Sunday. However, Israel’s airstrikes on Gaza continue unabated.

According to Palestinian authorities, at least 86 people were killed in Israeli airstrikes on Gaza on Thursday.

Israel’s cabinet was expected to approve the agreement on Thursday. However, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated that Hamas is still making certain demands, which is why the cabinet has not yet given its approval. Israeli media reports suggest that the cabinet may approve the agreement on Friday or Saturday.

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken said that a few loose ends in the agreement are being resolved and expressed confidence that the ceasefire would start on Sunday.

White House spokesperson John Kirby, speaking in Washington, said, “The ceasefire is happening.” He added, “We have not seen anything that suggests this process has fallen apart.”

An unnamed US official told Reuters that there are disputes over the identity of some prisoners Hamas is willing to release. US envoys from both President Joe Biden’s and Donald Trump’s administrations remain in Doha, working with mediators from Qatar and Egypt to resolve the issue.

Meanwhile, the families of prisoners have urged Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to declare a ceasefire promptly.

In a statement published by Israeli media, the families said, “Every night is a nightmare for the families of the 98 prisoners. There should be no further delays in securing their release.”

Hamas leader Izzat al-Risheq has stated that they are committed to honoring the terms of the ceasefire agreement.

Earlier on Wednesday, news of the ceasefire had sparked celebrations in Gaza, with residents taking to the streets in joy. However, their celebrations were short-lived as Israel continued its airstrikes that same day. Israel has yet to make an official declaration of a ceasefire, as the cabinet and government have not approved the agreement.

Netanyahu’s office has stated that once mediators confirm Hamas has accepted all conditions, the agreement will be approved.

Israeli media reports suggest the cabinet may vote on the agreement on Friday or Saturday, but Netanyahu’s office has not provided any specific timeline. Protests against the ceasefire have also been held in Jerusalem, but police dispersed the demonstrators.

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