Middle Eastcategory· June 5, 2025 Hamas chief says group did not reject US ceasefire proposal for Gaza, sought changes The head of Hamas in Gaza, Khalil al-Hayya, said in a pre-recorded speech on ...

Israeli officials had said the blockade was an attempt to force Hamas to surrender and release the remaining hostages held in Gaza. About 20 living hostages and the bodies of more than 30 others ...