Hamas open to truce extension as expiry nears

[ad_1] More hostages and prisoners have been swapped between Israel and Hamas as the pause on fighting nears expiry. Hamas expressed willingness to extend the truce. However, it remains uncertain if the sides will come to an agreement for an eighth day. US Secretary of State Antony Blinken called for an extension of the truce and wants Israel to put civilian protection plans in place if fighting resumes. A truce between Israel and Hamas entered…

"Hamas open to truce extension as expiry nears"