Hamas has agreed to an American proposal for a Gaza ceasefire, a Palestinian official close to the group told Reuters today.
The proposal by US special envoy Steve Witkoff would reportedly see the release of ten living hostages, 70 days of truce and a partial Israeli withdrawal from the strip.
It would also see the release of a number of Palestinian prisoners by Israel, including hundreds of those serving lengthy prison terms.
Mediators continue to work to avert the deepening of a major humanitarian crisis in Gaza, with Israel expanding its offensive and blockade since a ceasefire with Hamas broke down in March.
The military claims to be 'increasing the pressure' on Hamas to help return some 58 hostages still in Gaza, a third of whom are still believed to be alive.
