A delegation of the Palestinian militant group Hamas was in Cairo on Saturday as Egyptian state media reported “noticeable progress” in ongoing cease-fire talks with Israel. The situation remains tense as pressure mounts to reach a deal amidst Gaza's escalating humanitarian crisis and Israel's threat of launching an offensive into Rafah, the territory's southernmost city.
More than 1 million Palestinians are seeking shelter in Rafah, with many fleeing northern Gaza where a severe famine has been reported. The conflict, which has been ongoing for nearly seven months, has resulted in over 34,000 Palestinian casualties, widespread destruction, and a dire humanitarian situation.
