Hamas is pushing for changes to the U.S. ceasefire proposal amid ongoing negotiations aimed at ending the 20-month conflict in Gaza. Key issues include U.S. guarantees about hostages’ release, aid distribution, and Israeli troop withdrawal. While Hamas seeks a permanent ceasefire and a swap of hostages for Palestinian prisoners, U.S. envoy Steve Witkoff described a framework that would involve a temporary ceasefire. Amidst rising desperation among Palestinians, both sides are under pressure to reach an agreement as protests continue internationally against the war and Israel’s government.
A separate Hamas statement said the proposal aims for a permanent ceasefire, a comprehensive Israeli withdrawal from Gaza and an ensured flow of aid.
Witkoff on social media instead described a 60-day ceasefire deal that would free half the living hostages in Gaza and return half of those who have died.
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