 as well as airstrikes. Gaza's health ministry, with limited access to the area, has not immediately reported any casualties. The incursion into Gaza City comes as Israel and Hamas drew closer to bridging gaps in indirect talks over a ceasefire and hostage release. Hamas over the weekend appeared to drop its long-standing demand that Israel must promise to end the war as part of any ceasefire deal. The sudden shift has raised new hopes for progress. I'm Charles de la Tesma.