Israel reportedly hits Gaza safe zone as ceasefire discussions persist

Israel has launched land, sea and air strikes on al-Mawasi, a designated safe zone in Gaza, according to Palestine’s Wafa news agency.

The Israeli army denied carrying out any strikes in the area where thousands of Palestinians are taking shelter.

Wafa also reported Israeli strikes on the western side of Rafah city, as well as attacks that killed five people in Nuseirat, central Gaza.

The developments come as Hamas is urging the US to pressure Israel to accept a permanent ceasefire, as Israel insists on continuing the war after all hostages are released.