The two sides are inching closer to a deal that could wind down the 14-month war in Gaza. However, talks have come close before, only to collapse.

Hamas accused Israel of introducing new conditions while Israel's government said Hamas was reneging on agreements that had already been reached.

Israel and Hamas have accused each other of complicating ceasefire efforts as the two sides inch closer to a deal that could wind down the 14-month war in Gaza. It emerged last week that a ceasefire deal which would also see Israeli hostages freed was believed to be close,