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Israeli military spokesman Daniel Hagari said he expects Hamas to relocate and try to rebuild its capabilities even after the Rafah offensive in southern Gaza is complete.
"Gaps remain between the two sides over the terms for laying down arms," the Israeli official said. "Israel will not accept any proposal that does not allow for the demilitarization of Gaza."
The delegation heading to Cairo consists of mid-level envoys, indicating that key decision-makers would join if a viable deal were on the table.
In a stern statement on Friday, U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken cautioned Israel against launching a major assault on Rafah without a clear plan to protect civilians.
Hamas delegation headed to Cairo for ceasefire talks amid threats of Israeli military action in Rafah if no deal is reached.
The U.S. Defense Secretary stated no indications of Hamas planning an attack on U.S. troops. Approximately 1,000 U.S. troops aid in building a Gaza pier.
The move comes as a significant diplomatic blow to Israel, which historically enjoyed close ties with Colombia. However, relations between the two countries have been cooling since Gustavo Petro was elected president in 2022.
The United Nations Development Programme's initial estimates for the reconstruction of the Gaza Strip surpass $30 billion and could reach up to $40 billion
The latest wave of violence adds to the ongoing conflict between Israeli forces and Hamas militants, which has entered its fourth week.
Netanyahu's statement, made less than a day before Blinken's crucial meeting with the Israeli Prime Minister in Jerusalem, indicated his determination to proceed with an operation in Rafah, regardless of the status of a ceasefire agreement.
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