Negotiations to end Gaza war have officially started

Negotiations for the next phase of the Gaza ceasefire began in Cairo, Egypt, involving Israel, Hamas, Qatar, and the U.S. This phase aims to end the war and address the return of hostages and Israeli troop withdrawal. Hamas released the remains of four hostages in exchange for over 600 Palestinian prisoners, marking the last planned swap of the ceasefire's first phase. Israel's refusal to withdraw from a strategic corridor complicates the ongoing discussions. The ceasefire, which ended 15 months of conflict, is at risk as Israel's military objectives conflict with Hamas's stance. The situation remains tense, with significant humanitarian concerns in Gaza.