Hamas is pushing for negotiations on the second phase of the Gaza truce, which aims to establish a permanent ceasefire. The group is demanding a full Israeli withdrawal from Gaza, an end to the blockade, and financial support for the reconstruction of the territory. Israel has expressed its intention to extend the first phase of the truce until mid-April. The initial phase of the truce brought relative calm to Gaza after over 15 months of war, allowing for the flow of humanitarian aid into the territory. US President Donald Trump has threatened further destruction of Gaza if all remaining hostages are not released.