Israel Halts Electricity to Gaza Amid Ceasefire Tensions

Israel has cut off electricity to Gaza, impacting over 2 million residents, as it pressures Hamas for ceasefire negotiations. The announcement follows a halt to supplying goods, affecting water production in the region. Hamas seeks negotiation of the tougher second ceasefire phase.

Israel has announced the cessation of its electricity supply to Gaza, a move creating uncertainty about the ramifications for the territory's essential services, such as desalination plants responsible for drinking water production.

This latest development follows Israel's decision a week ago to halt all goods entering Gaza, part of a strategic push to persuade Hamas into prolonging the initial phase of a tenuous ceasefire.

The conflict and negotiation complexities have affected many in Gaza, and both sides have adopted firm stances on the terms and continuance of the ceasefire.

(With inputs from agencies.)