The ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict has resulted in significant casualties, with at least 35 Palestinians killed in recent airstrikes and a total of over 41,000 deaths reported in Gaza since the start of hostilities. Israeli opposition leader Yair Lapid has called for an immediate truce deal, emphasizing the need to secure the release of hostages and set aside political interests. Meanwhile, Gershon Baskin, a former hostage negotiator, claims that Hamas has agreed to a proposal to end the war in three weeks, which includes an Israeli withdrawal from Gaza and the release of hostages and Palestinian prisoners. However, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu remains skeptical of the proposed ceasefire and insists on maintaining military presence along the Egypt-Gaza border. The U.S. is actively working on a ceasefire proposal, but the situation remains complex and fraught with challenges. Calls for a ceasefire have sparked a debate within Israel, with some viewing any concessions as a potential 'defeat' for the nation.