Israel, Hamas, and the United States are hours away from commencing negotiations aimed at ending the ongoing conflict. U.S. President Donald Trump issued a stern warning to Hamas, stating they will face "complete obliteration" if they refuse to relinquish control of Gaza, according to ABC News. The negotiations are expected to take place in Cairo. The imminent talks follow a period of intense Israeli air and artillery raids in the Gaza Strip, which the Gaza Strip's Government Media Office reported resulted in 94 civilian deaths, including 61 in Gaza City, between October 4th and 5th, 2025. The office has characterized these actions as genocide and a disregard for ceasefire calls, including those from President Trump. Hamas delegation leader Khalil al-Haya had arrived in Egypt on October 5th, 2025, for negotiations, as stated by previous reports. Previous reports also indicated that Prime Minister Netanyahu had prepared his team for negotiations in Sharm El Sheikh, with discussions scheduled to commence on October 6th. Concerns for the well-being of hostages were also raised, with demands for Hamas to cease overfeeding hostages due to fears of Refeeding Syndrome. Doctors Without Borders had previously announced the death of its 15th staff member in Gaza, though the specific timing of this announcement was not detailed within the reporting window.
