Israel’s war on Gaza updates: ‘Biggest catastrophe’ facing Palestinians

'New momentum' reported in ceasefire talks as Hamas delegation flies to Egypt to give its response to latest proposal.

By Edna Mohamed Published 2024-04-27 18:00 Updated 2024-05-05 02:19 1 min read Source: Al Jazeera

A man kisses the shrouded body of a child killed in overnight Israeli bombardment in the front of the morgue of a hospital in Rafah [AFP]

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Palestinian President Abbas appeals to the US to help stop Israel’s planned invasion of Rafah as Israeli attacks kill 66 people in last 24 hours.
Diplomatic efforts intensify to reach a ceasefire in Gaza as a Hamas delegation heads to Egypt after news reports suggest Israel may be considering a “sustainable” truce.
Israeli military’s chief of staff approves plans for the “continuation of war” as hardline ministers warn PM Netanyahu his government will collapse if a truce is agreed on.
At least 34,454 Palestinians killed and 77,575 wounded in Israeli attacks on Gaza since October 7. The revised death toll in Israel from Hamas’s October 7 attacks stands at 1,139 with dozens of people still held captive in Gaza.

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