Israel has halted all humanitarian aid shipments into the Gaza Strip following the breakdown of ceasefire negotiations. The move comes after Hamas rejected the so-called Witkoff outline, which Israeli officials claim would have facilitated further talks. In a statement, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s office declared that no additional supplies would be allowed into Gaza until all hostages were released, warning of further consequences if Hamas refused to comply.

Hamas swiftly condemned the decision, calling it “cheap blackmail” and a direct violation of the ceasefire agreement. The group labeled the blockade a “war crime” and urged international mediators to pressure Israel into reversing its decision. With humanitarian aid suspended, concerns are growing over the worsening conditions in Gaza, where residents have already been struggling with severe shortages of food, water, and medical supplies.

The dispute underscores the fragile nature of the ceasefire, which was initially brokered to allow for hostage exchanges and humanitarian relief. As tensions rise, international mediators face mounting pressure to find a resolution that prevents further escalation and alleviates the suffering of civilians caught in the conflict.