Egyptian Foreign Minister: The ball is now in the occupier's court to agree to the exchange deal.

The Egyptian Foreign Minister stated that the ball is now in the occupier's court, emphasizing the need for international pressure on them to agree to the exchange deal. These statements come after Hamas made progress in the negotiations, as they agreed to the proposal put forth by the American envoy.

The Egyptian Prime Minister also confirmed that there has been significant progress in the negotiations, reflecting Egypt's ongoing efforts in mediating between the concerned parties. This progress comes at a sensitive time as everyone seeks to achieve a de-escalation in the tense situation in the Gaza Strip.

In contrast, the office of the occupier's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu issued a statement confirming that the occupier's policy regarding proposals related to a ceasefire has not changed. This statement reflects the challenges facing Egyptian mediation efforts.

Hamas and other Palestinian factions have expressed their agreement to the proposal presented to them by the Egyptian and Qatari mediators, reflecting their desire to reach an agreement that alleviates the suffering of the Palestinian people in the Gaza Strip.

International pressure is increasing on the occupier to accept the exchange deal, as the international community considers this step to be a potential beginning for a broader solution to the humanitarian crisis in the region.