In its statement, Hamas stressed that what Israel is doing in the Gaza Strip is not simply military pressure, but rather “a brutal act of revenge against innocent civilians.”

“The Hamas leadership delegation received a proposal from the mediators on Thursday to resume negotiations. The movement responded with responsibility and positivity, submitting its reply early Friday,” the group said in a statement.

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian says the Islamic Republic is not Ukraine and it will not negotiate with the US under threats or coercion.

Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has once again stressed Iran’s refusal to engage in negotiations with Washington under pressure or coercion.