Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar is actively involved in the ceasefire negotiations. For this purpose, a special mechanism has been established to ensure continuous communication with him.

A Hamas official's CNN interview spirals into accusations and evasions, as attempts to address responsibility for civilian casualties lead to his abrupt on-air exit.

Hamas political leader Osama Hamdan convened a press conference announcing that the organization would accept no deal that did not include a complete IDF withdrawal from the Gaza Strip and a permanent cease-fire.