The focus has shifted to negotiations aimed at achieving a ceasefire and exchanging hostages in Gaza. Israel has indicated that it may suspend its invasion of Rafah if an agreement is reached. The Arab Six-Party Group, consisting of key officials from Jordan, Egypt, Palestine, and Qatar, emphasized the need to end the war in Gaza during a meeting chaired by Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah.
The attendees called for the implementation of the two-state solution, recognition of the State of Palestine, and rejection of any attempts to displace Palestinians or conduct military operations in Rafah. They also warned against illegal Israeli measures in the West Bank and East Jerusalem.
Israeli Foreign Minister Yisrael Katz mentioned a potential postponement of the incursion into Rafah if an agreement is reached to release Israeli prisoners. Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi emphasized the urgent need to stop the bloodshed in Gaza and work towards a ceasefire, prisoner exchange, and humanitarian aid. Progress has been made between Egypt and Israel on aligning views regarding a truce agreement for Gaza.
Prime Minister Netanyahu prefers a comprehensive agreement for the release of all detainees despite some reservations. Families of Israeli detainees in Gaza called for an end to the war and a prisoner exchange rather than a military operation in Rafah. US Secretary of State Anthony Blinken postponed his visit to Israel to facilitate ongoing negotiations.
In conclusion, efforts are underway to achieve a comprehensive agreement on ceasefire, prisoner exchange, and humanitarian aid in Gaza with various regional and international parties involved in the negotiations.