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Xinhua news agency said that Netanyahu made the announcement during a meeting with the families of the prisoners on Tuesday that Israel had started the process of evacuating Palestinian inhabitants from Rafah.

The talks that commenced on Monday are continuing on Tuesday. According to sources in the Israeli Defence Ministry, the negotiations are on a positive path. After Israel reduced the number of hostages to be released from 40 to 33, the possibility of a six-week ceasefire is high.

Sources within the Israel defense ministry have revealed that the Yuftah Armoured Brigade and Carmeli Infantry Brigade, previously stationed in Northern Gaza, have been redirected to Central Gaza in order to pave the way for the Nahal Brigade's entrance into Rafah.

In urging collective action from the international community, Herzog emphasized the necessity of being prepared to confront Iran if required, cautioning against a policy of appeasement. Although refraining from directly addressing recent military actions attributed to Israel, Herzog asserted his nation's commitment to responsible conduct and the pursuit of peace.

Reportedly, the plans entail a military campaign in Rafah, a city situated in the southern Gaza Strip near the Egyptian border. There are indications of an imminent evacuation of civilians from the area.

These sanctions are reportedly in response to alleged human rights violations committed by members of this IDF battalion against Palestinians in the West Bank.

Sunak spoke to his counterpart on Tuesday afternoon after first telling lawmakers 24 hours earlier that he would speak to Netanyahu “shortly”.

Following Israeli airstrikes on Iran's embassy in Damascus, which resulted in the deaths of seven Iranian officers, tensions escalated, prompting heightened alerts in Israel. Images released by the military showcased General Michael Erik Kurilla, head of CENTCOM, engaging in a strategic assessment session in Tel Aviv alongside Halevi and other IDF commanders.

Highlighting the gravity of the situation, Gallant outlined Israel's preparedness measures and underscored the country's unwavering commitment to defending its territory. This conversation marked the second exchange between the two officials within a week, underscoring the urgency of addressing the escalating tensions.

The resolution, passed on March 25, urged all parties to observe a ceasefire throughout Ramadan and called for the unconditional release of hostages, along with providing humanitarian access to address urgent medical and other needs. This resolution marked a significant breakthrough in the prolonged Israel-Hamas conflict, with 14 out of 15 Council members voting in favor and the US abstaining.