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Hamas has accepted a new ceasefire proposal aimed at halting over 22 months of violence in Gaza. The deal, brokered by Egypt and Qatar with U.S. backing, awaits a formal response from Israel.
Under the proposed terms, the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) would withdraw one kilometer from current positions across Gaza, except in Beit Lahiah and Shejaiya.
In return for 10 living Israeli hostages, Israel would release over 200 Palestinian prisoners, including 140 serving life sentences. For each deceased Israeli hostage, 10 Palestinian bodies would be returned.
The deal also allows humanitarian aid, fuel, electricity, and water into Gaza, and reopens the Rafah border crossing in both directions. A 60-day ceasefire is part of the plan, with further negotiations expected during that period.
Egypt stated the proposal has been delivered to Israel, noting that “the ball is now in its court.”
