In brief
Hamas has acknowledged receiving ceasefire ideas from the United States and is currently engaged in discussions about potential terms. The group is prepared to release hostages in exchange for a formal end to the fighting and the involvement of third parties in negotiations. This initiative follows a stern warning from US President Donald Trump regarding the consequences of continued conflict, with Israel expressing openness to the proposed terms. As the situation evolves, humanitarian concerns grow amidst intensified military actions in Gaza.
Hamas says it has received some ideas from the US through mediators on how to reach a Gaza ceasefire agreement.
The Palestinian armed group stated that it was discussing how to develop these ideas, noting its readiness to release the 48 remaining hostages in Gaza in return for a clear declaration ending the ongoing war.
A Palestinian official has informed the BBC that the US plan aims to see the hostages freed within the first 48 hours of a 60-day truce, in exchange for Palestinian prisoners held in Israeli jails and negotiations on a permanent ceasefire.
This follows US President Donald Trump's declaration of a last warning to Hamas to accept a ceasefire agreement, stating that Israel has accepted his proposed terms, though details remain unspecified.
Meanwhile, Israel's Foreign Minister Gideon Saar expressed readiness to agree on a deal that includes the release of all hostages—only 20 of whom are believed to be alive—and disarmament of Hamas.
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has warned the population of approximately one million Palestinians in Gaza City, urging immediate evacuation as military operations intensify.
Hospitals in Gaza are reporting at least 40 casualties due to Israeli strikes on Monday alone, with continuous military activities resulting in extensive destruction.
As tensions rise, humanitarian crises deepen. The call for humanitarian aid and the protection of civilians is becoming increasingly pressing.
