Middle East updates: Blinken in Saudi Arabia on crisis tour DW 04/29/2024
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Hamas delegation expected in Egypt to respond to Israel's latest proposal for a hostage-release deal and truce in Gaza after nearly seven months of war. Deal efforts involved Egypt, Qatar, and the United States.
Hamas, mentioned as a terrorist group in the U.S. and E.U., expressed no 'major issues' with Israel's recent truce offer, creating a 'positive' atmosphere for potential agreements.
Israeli offensive in Gaza resulted in over 34,000 Palestinian deaths and 80% displacement, pushing hundreds of thousands to the brink of famine. Death toll figure provided by Hamas-run Gaza Health Ministry.
Hamas and other Islamist militants caused 1,200 casualties and 250 hostages in the October 7 attack, leading to the current Israeli military campaign in Gaza.
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