Intense Israeli bombing has been reported in the Sabra neighborhood of Gaza City, with a significant number of casualties feared, according to a social media post from Mosab Abu Toha on August 19th. The post indicated that access for evacuation efforts was impossible. Meanwhile, diplomatic calls were held in the last few hours between Minister Ron Dermer and the White House envoy, along with Witkoff and the families of Israeli hostages held by Hamas, regarding the group's response to a potential ceasefire deal, a diplomatic source stated on August 19th. The source also indicated that Hamas's response has narrowed the gaps between the parties. Separately, Minister Ron Dermer quoted President Donald Trump, asserting that there will be no halt to a partial deal, according to a report that did not specify the timing of the quote.
