Why is the potential ceasefire agreement with Hamas considered contentious?

The potential ceasefire agreement is highly contentious because it would require a full Israeli withdrawal from the Gaza Strip. According to BBC Correspondent Mark Loewen, this withdrawal is 'bitterly opposed by the far right of Benjamin Netanyahu's government.' The withdrawal represents a major concession that has created significant political tension within Israel's coalition government. This phase of negotiations is particularly sensitive as it balances the humanitarian goal of releasing hostages against strategic military positions in Gaza that hardline elements consider essential to Israel's security interests.