Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated Israel is open to negotiating a peace deal with Hamas if a ceasefire begins, but only if Hamas disarms and gives up control of Gaza. He warned failure to meet these terms would result in continued conflict. The Gaza civil defense agency reported 66 deaths in Israeli strikes, including 8 children. Indirect talks in Qatar have seen Hamas agree to release 10 hostages, but key issues like unrestricted aid, Israel's military withdrawal, and post-war control of Gaza remain unresolved. Netanyahu emphasized disarming Hamas as crucial, while Hamas rejects Israeli control over Gaza and surrounding areas. Over 57,762 Palestinians have died since the conflict began.