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**Summary:**

The Israeli-Palestinian conflict continues in June 2025, more than 19 months after the initial Hamas attack on October 7, 2023. Despite increasing international pressure and a humanitarian crisis in Gaza, neither Israel nor Hamas has achieved their objectives. A new ceasefire proposal, mediated by the U.S., is on the table, calling for a 60-day truce with hostage and prisoner exchanges, and aid to Gaza. However, the fundamental issue of Gaza’s future governance remains a significant obstacle, threatening the fragile peace prospects.

**News Article:**

**US-Brokered Ceasefire on the Table as Gaza Conflict Drags On**

**Tel Aviv, June 1, 2025** – Nearly 20 months into the Gaza war, mediated by Steve Witkoff, US President Donald Trump’s special envoy for the Middle East (West Asia). The war has killed over 54,000 Palestinians and displaced the entire population. The proposed 60-day truce, brokered by the United States, offers a glimmer of hope amidst the devastation.

The plan, fronted by the Witkoff plan, involves a phased release of hostages held by Hamas in exchange for Palestinian prisoners held by Israel, with aid to be immediately sent to Gaza. Israel is to redeploy forces in Gaza’s south and north within seven days. Negotiations for a permanent ceasefire between Israel and Hamas will be begin, starting day one of the ceasefire.

Israel, facing mounting international condemnation, has accepted the proposal. Germany, the U.K. and Canada recently issued a joint statement, “strongly opposing” the expansion of Israel’s offensive in Gaza. The U.S., while still a staunch supporter of Israel, has begun to express concerns about the humanitarian crisis unfolding in Gaza.

However, the critical issue of Gaza’s future remains unresolved. Israel insists on the total surrender of Hamas, while Hamas demands a complete withdrawal of Israeli forces. This impasse threatens to derail the ceasefire and prolong the conflict, leaving the future of Gaza uncertain and its people in desperate need.

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