Latest Israel-Hamas war news and Gaza conflict updates

In Riyadh on Monday for the World Economic Forum, British Foreign Secretary David Cameron said there was a possible agreement for a “sustained” 40-day Gaza ceasefire; The deal could also include the release of Israeli hostages held in Gaza and “potentially thousands” of Palestinians in Israel. Cameron described the ceasefire proposal as “very generous”, saying, “I hope that Hamas… will accept this deal.” Also in Riyadh, Secretary of State Antony Blinken said, “The most effective way to address the humanitarian crisis, to reduce suffering, is a ceasefire and the return of hostages home.” In the meantime, he said the United States will press Israel to take “specific, concrete and measurable steps” to better protect civilians, improve humanitarian conditions and keep aid workers safe.