Netanyahu Faces Pressure From Far Right Over Cease-Fire Proposal
Tuesday, 19 August 2025 () Some members of Israel’s coalition have ruled out a proposed hostage deal with Hamas, but the prime minister has yet to state his position.
Hamas has agreed to a 60-day ceasefire proposal mediated by Egypt and Qatar, with U.S. support, in a bid to halt escalating violence in Gaza. The plan includes the return of half the hostages taken..
Amid nationwide protests and strikes in Israel, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu blamed demonstrators for delaying a potential hostage release deal with Hamas. Thousands of Israelis blocked roads..
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Some members of Israel’s coalition have ruled out a proposed hostage deal with Hamas, but the prime minister has yet to state his position. NYTimes.com