Negotiations on a hostage and ceasefire deal in Gaza appear to be at an impasse, with Netanyahu leaning towards expanded military operations and Hamas demanding the humanitarian situation be addressed before it returns to talks.

Benjamin Netanyahu will convene his security cabinet this week to decide on Israel's next steps in Gaza following the collapse of indirect ceasefire talks with Hamas, with one senior Israeli source suggesting more force could be an option.

Israel's cabinet is reportedly weighing a decision to launch a full military takeover of Gaza for the first time since 2005. According to Israeli media, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is leaning toward a wider offensive after 22 months of war with Hamas.