Hamas responds to Israel's ceasefire proposal

According to a report by a US news site citing Israeli officials, Israel has made a new "ceasefire" proposal to Hamas.

It was emphasized that the Tel Aviv administration proposed a 2-month pause in its attacks on Gaza in exchange for the release of all hostages held by Hamas.

"HAMAS WANTS A PERMANENT CEASEFIRE"

Following these claims, a statement regarding the matter came from Hamas. 

Hamas Media Official Kilani said, "No official proposal has been received. Hamas wants a permanent ceasefire. It rejects limited proposals." 

ISRAELI HOSTAGES

Hamas's military wing, the Izz ad-Din al-Qassam Brigades, launched a comprehensive attack on Israel on October 7, 2023, citing "continuous violations against Palestinians and sacred values, especially the Al-Aqsa Mosque," and many Israelis were taken hostage.

During the "humanitarian pause" in the Gaza conflict, which began on November 24, 2023, for 4 days and was later extended for 3 days, 81 Israeli and 240 Palestinian prisoners were released in a mutual exchange.

According to the Israeli army, there are currently 136 Israeli hostages still in the Gaza Strip.

News Source: AA