Hamas has agreed to a Gaza ceasefire proposal from U.S. Special Envoy Steve Witkoff, according to a Palestinian official speaking to Reuters. The agreement marks a potential turning point in the ongoing conflict, with conditions including a temporary truce and hostage release. Negotiations are set to continue during the ceasefire to work toward a lasting peace, contingent upon U.S. guarantees.
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Hamas agrees to the Witkoff proposal for a Gaza ceasefire.
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Ceasefire terms: 70-day truce and release of 10 hostages in two phases.
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Ongoing negotiations will continue during the truce to secure a permanent ceasefire, pending U.S. guarantees.
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Envoy Steve Witkoff stated that Israel has agreed to his proposal for a hostage deal and ceasefire.
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The deal includes the release of half of the living hostages and half of the fallen hostages.
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Witkoff believes the ceasefire will enable meaningful negotiations toward a permanent ceasefire.
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Witkoff emphasized, “There is a deal on the table and Hamas must accept it.”
This article was written by Greg Michalowski at www.forexlive.com.
