First statement from Hamas as eyes turn to potential deal

A Hamas official stated that they have not yet responded to the draft regarding a ceasefire agreement in the Gaza Strip, saying, "We have not responded to the agreement because the Israeli army has not presented a withdrawal plan."

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As negotiations continue between Israel and Hamas regarding a ceasefire agreement in the Gaza Strip that includes a prisoner exchange, an unnamed Hamas official announced that Hamas has not yet responded to the draft agreement presented to them.

The Hamas official stated, "We have not responded to the agreement because the Israeli army has not presented a withdrawal plan," noting that no response has yet been conveyed to the mediators.