Posted 1/21/2024, 6:08:25 PM
Netanyahu Rejects Hamas Demands, Resumes Bombing as Sides Remain Far Apart on Gaza War Ceasefire Terms
- Netanyahu rejects Hamas' demands to end war and release hostages, which include Israel's withdrawal from Gaza and leaving Hamas in power
- Hamas demands are termed "outright surrender" by Netanyahu
- Israel resumed bombing Khan Younis in Gaza after rejection
- Netanyahu takes harder line against Palestinian statehood, insisting on full Israeli security control west of Jordan River
- Biden and Netanyahu differ on support for an independent Palestinian state as part of a long-term solution