Netanyahu Stands Firm on Gaza-Egypt Border Control Amid Cease-Fire Talks

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu asserted the necessity for Israel to maintain control of Gaza's border with Egypt, complicating cease-fire negotiations. This comes amid U.S. efforts to mediate a cease-fire and hostage release. Netanyahu argues that control is needed to prevent Hamas from rearming, while facing domestic pressure for a deal.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu reaffirmed Israel's stance on maintaining control over Gaza's border with Egypt, a key issue in ongoing cease-fire negotiations.

The United States is working on a new cease-fire proposal amid Netanyahu's claims that border control is crucial to preventing Hamas from rearming and launching further attacks on Israel.

Netanyahu faces criticism from Egypt, UAE, and families of hostages for blocking a deal, but stressed that Israeli control is vital for national security.

(With inputs from agencies.)