Israel threatens imminent Rafah offensive if ceasefire talks collapse

The Israeli defence minister has accused Hamas of not being serious about reaching a truce, and threatened to launch its attack on Rafah if the ceasefire talks collapse. It comes on the second day of truce talks in Cairo, in which a 40-day pause is being discussed to allow the release of hostages. Benjamin Netanyahu, the Israeli prime minister, has said he is willing to pause fighting to secure the release of hostages still being held by Hamas, believed to number more than 130. But he has ruled out an end to the war until all his “aims are achieved”. #israel #hamas #ceasefire Read more here: Subscribe to The Telegraph with our special offer: just £1 for 3 months. Start your free trial now: Get the latest headli