Hamas has announced its acceptance of a ceasefire proposal intended to address the ongoing conflict in Gaza, as thousands of Palestinians continue to flee from Israeli assaults.
Hamas Accepts New Ceasefire Proposal Amid Intensified Strikes in Gaza
Hamas Accepts New Ceasefire Proposal Amid Intensified Strikes in Gaza
Hamas agrees to a ceasefire and hostage release plan proposed by Egypt and Qatar, as Palestinian civilians flee escalating violence.
The Palestinian armed group Hamas has confirmed that it has agreed to a new ceasefire proposal put forth by regional mediators, primarily Egypt and Qatar. According to a source within Hamas, this agreement includes a comprehensive two-phase plan that follows a framework proposed by U.S. envoy Steve Witkoff. The arrangement stipulates that Hamas will release approximately half of the 50 Israeli hostages still in its custody—20 of whom are confirmed to be alive—over a 60-day ceasefire period. Negotiations for a permanent ceasefire and the withdrawal of Israeli troops would take place during this truce.
Despite the agreement from Hamas, there has been no immediate response from Israeli officials regarding the proposed plan. Meanwhile, significant public pressure is mounting within Israel. On Sunday night, hundreds of thousands gathered in Tel Aviv, advocating for the government to reach a deal with Hamas that prioritizes the return of hostages. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu responded to the protests by suggesting that such demonstrations could rigidify Hamas's negotiating stance.
Both the current situation and peace prospects in the Israel-Gaza conflict remain tenuous. The implementation of a ceasefire and the potential for lasting peace hinges on the cooperation of all involved parties, with the humanitarian situation in Gaza continuing to deteriorate amid ongoing military operations.
Despite the agreement from Hamas, there has been no immediate response from Israeli officials regarding the proposed plan. Meanwhile, significant public pressure is mounting within Israel. On Sunday night, hundreds of thousands gathered in Tel Aviv, advocating for the government to reach a deal with Hamas that prioritizes the return of hostages. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu responded to the protests by suggesting that such demonstrations could rigidify Hamas's negotiating stance.
Both the current situation and peace prospects in the Israel-Gaza conflict remain tenuous. The implementation of a ceasefire and the potential for lasting peace hinges on the cooperation of all involved parties, with the humanitarian situation in Gaza continuing to deteriorate amid ongoing military operations.
