Hamas Accepts US Gaza Ceasefire Proposal, Israel Silent

Hamas has reportedly agreed to a ceasefire proposal put forward by U.S. Special Envoy Steve Witkoff, which includes a 70-day truce and the phased release of ten Israeli hostages. The deal also calls for a partial withdrawal of Israeli forces from the Gaza Strip and the release of several Palestinian prisoners held by Israel. Negotiations for a permanent ceasefire are expected to continue during the temporary truce under U.S. guarantees. While Hamas has accepted the proposal, Witkoff has urged Hamas to formally accept the deal, emphasizing its importance for meaningful negotiations. Israel has not yet publicly commented on the proposal, with reports indicating some withdrawal of its hostage negotiators for consultations. The new ceasefire proposal comes amidst intensified Israeli military operations in Gaza and follows previous failed ceasefire attempts.