The chances of a sustainable ceasefire in Gaza seem slim, given the world's acceptance of Israel's actions and the ongoing humanitarian crisis. The Israeli public is focused on securing the release of hostages in Gaza, but this is not a priority for the government. Hamas also faces pressures, with protests against its rule and dissatisfaction with its strategy. Talks between Israel and Hamas have not made much progress, with Israel demanding a complete surrender from Hamas. The involvement of US President Donald Trump's key man on the issue in other international talks further complicates the situation.

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