Negotiations on a hostage and ceasefire deal in Gaza appear to be at an impasse, with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu leaning towards expanded military operations and Hamas demanding the humanitarian situation be addressed before it returns to talks.

Benjamin Netanyahu will convene his security cabinet this week to decide on Israel's next steps in Gaza following the collapse of indirect ceasefire talks with Hamas, with one senior Israeli source suggesting more force could be an option.

Talks on a Gaza ceasefire and hostage deal remain stalled as Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu considers expanding military action and Hamas demands humanitarian improvements before returning to negotiations.