Hamas Engages in US-Facilitated Ceasefire Talks Amid Intensified Military Actions

Sat Sep 13 2025 09:14:38 GMT+0300 (Eastern European Summer Time)

In a recent development, Hamas has indicated its willingness to discuss a ceasefire agreement proposed by the United States, following pressures from President Trump and ongoing Israeli military offensives in Gaza.

Hamas has received proposed ceasefire ideas from the US and is in negotiations with intermediaries about the terms. In return for a declaration to end hostilities, Hamas is prepared to release hostages. Meanwhile, Israeli forces are intensifying attacks in Gaza and a humanitarian crisis looms as evacuation orders are issued to civilians.

Hamas says it has received some ideas from the US through mediators on how to reach a Gaza ceasefire agreement.

The Palestinian armed group noted that it was discussing how to develop these ideas, expressing readiness to release its 48 remaining hostages in exchange for a clear declaration to end the ongoing war.

A Palestinian official mentioned that the US plan would facilitate the hostages’ release within the first 48 hours of a proposed 60-day truce in exchange for Palestinian prisoners in Israeli jails.

This initiative followed US President Donald Trump’s declaration that Israel had accepted his ceasefire terms, designed to pressure Hamas into compliance.

Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Saar stated that Israel is prepared to agree to a deal that includes the release of hostages and disarming Hamas. Concurrently, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu urged evacuations in Gaza City as military operations escalated.

As hostilities continue, hospitals in Gaza report numerous casualties, with at least 40 deaths reported during the recent spike in violence, and the Israeli military confirmed the loss of four soldiers in combat.

Hamas welcomed the US proposal aimed at reaching a ceasefire, showing readiness to negotiate the release of hostages and the management of Gaza's governance post-conflict.

The urgency of the situation has prompted UN officials to stress the need for humanitarian aid and a ceasefire to prevent widespread famine and further devastation.

As the military campaign looms over Gaza, both sides have heavy stakes in the evolving situation, and the future remains uncertain amidst the conflict.

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