Hamas has officially responded to the US-Broparded proposal for a 60-day ceasefire in Gaza, although further talks are required to finalize the terms of implementation. While Hamas did not clearly confirm that he had fully accepted the conditions, he expressed his desire to engage in conversation to clarify the nuances, especially about the release of prisoners and the flow of assistance in Gaza. The American proposal, which comes after a rapid battle of about 21 months, is seen as an important step towards preventing the ongoing violence, although many issues remain unresolved.
What happened
On Friday, Hamas issued a statement to indicate his “positive” response to the ceasefire proposal ahead by US President Donald Trump. However, Hamas insisted that further discussions were required on the description of the ceasefire, including issues such as the amount of human assistance to allow prisoners to release and allow in Gaza. It comes after the latest Israeli aerial attack, killing 15 Palestinians in Gaza, and another 20 deadly people sought medical help.
The proposal for a 60-day ceasefire, which is supported by Israel, will offer a temporary repetition from violence with the US to facilitate peace talks during this period. President Trump has urged Hamas to accept the transaction rapidly to prevent moving forward, but the demand for the group remains a glued point for the total end of the conflict.
Who is Hamas?
Hamas, an Islamic terrorist group, has controlled the Gaza Strip since 2007. The group, which has been recognized as a terrorist organization by the US, Israel and other countries, has been in conflict with Israel for decades. The charter of the group asks for the establishment of an Islamic state in the historic Palestine and rejects Israel’s right to exist.
Hamas is responsible for several attacks against Israeli citizens, including suicide bombings and rocket fire. However, it also controls Gaza and provides services such as healthcare and education to Palestinians in the region. Despite his military activities, Hamas holds a strong base of support in Gaza, especially among those who see the group as a protector against the occupation of Israel.
The current conflict rose in 2023 when Hamas militants attacked a massive attack against Southern Israel, killing 1,200 people and took around 250 hostages. The war, resulting in heavy casualties on both sides, has made hundreds of more draws that condemn widespread international condemnation for violence and humanitarian crisis.
Background or timeline
In recent months, violence in Gaza has reached an unprecedented level. The 2023 -led struggle has abandoned over 57,000 Palestinians, most of which are women and children. Despite the various international efforts of broker peace, a proposal remains elusive, Hamas demanded the abolition of Israeli blockade and the release of Palestinian prisoners on Gaza, while Israel emphasizes the complete disarmament of Hamas.
The ceasefire proposal laid ahead by the US and “in principle” by Hamas is accepted, the aim is to provide an opportunity to prevent immediate bloodshed and further interaction. While this proposal is welcomed by some people in the international community, the details are not clear, especially in relation to humanitarian aid and prison exchanges.
The Israeli air strikes continue, including an additional 20 deaths at the food distribution points run by the murder of 15 people on Friday and an American-supported donation. Meanwhile, Israel has maintained its military operations in Gaza, with the withdrawal orders issued in the northeast of Khan Younis, indicated the continuous growth of the war despite the ceasefire negotiations.
Public or social media reaction
The news of the ceasefire proposal has given rise to mixed reactions globally. While some people express vigilant optimism that this may cause a break in violence, others suspect, in view of the long -standing nature of conflict and the difficult history of ceasefire agreements.
On social media, the discussion focuses on the humanitarian crisis in Gaza, with many immediate and unconditional ceasefire as well as the end of the blockade of Gaza. Human rights organizations and activists have expressed concern that the proposed ceasefire can delay instead of conflict, rather than a solution.
Hamas’s announcement has been completed with caution from several observers, with some fear that without concrete guarantee, the ceasefire may be a temporary stagnation before the violence resumes. For many Palestinians, no ceasefire is unlikely to provide real relief to the ceasefire unless it addresses the root causes of the conflict, including the ongoing Israeli occupation and position in the Gaza.
Official statement or what happens next
As the situation develops, both Israel and Hamas officials are expected to continue negotiating to finalize the terms of the ceasefire. Hamas has made it clear that the implementation of the ceasefire is on the significant human assistance in Gaza and the release of Palestinian prisoners in lieu of Israeli’s hostages.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is scheduled to visit the White House next week to discuss details of the proposed ceasefire. Meanwhile, the US has continued its diplomatic efforts to ensure that the ceasefire has been rapidly implemented to prevent further bloodshed.
In the coming days, the conversation will focus on the practicalities of the ceasefire, such as a secure delivery of human aid, the prisoner’s swap scope and continuous dialogue for the permanent end to the war. However, both sides entered their positions, the future of ceasefire remains uncertain.
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This story can be updated with more information as it becomes available.