Hamas accepts Gaza ceasefire, hostage release plan

bbc.com

Hamas has agreed to a new Gaza ceasefire proposal from regional mediators that includes a 60-day truce and hostage releases. The proposal, from Egypt and Qatar, would see Hamas release approximately half of the remaining 50 Israeli hostages in two stages during the truce, with negotiations for a permanent ceasefire and troop withdrawal to follow. This development comes as hundreds of thousands protested in Tel Aviv demanding a deal, while Prime Minister Netanyahu criticized the demonstrations for potentially hindering negotiations.


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