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Hamas says it submitted ‘positive response’ to ceasefire proposal in major step toward deal

  • On Friday, Hamas issued a positive response to mediators Qatar and Egypt after completing consultations, signaling readiness to begin negotiations on a ceasefire deal.
  • Following Hamas’s consultations, the group submitted a positive response to Qatar and Egypt mediators regarding the US-backed 60-day ceasefire framework, after the previous ceasefire ended on March 18.
  • Hamas offered to free all hostages in exchange for a full Israeli withdrawal, while Israel demands Hamas disarm and exiles, with some reports indicating Hamas is still studying the proposal.
  • Beyond the initial 60-day truce, Hamas seeks guarantees for a second phase, aiming for a permanent end to the conflict amid ongoing negotiations.
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Hamas announced on Friday that it had reacted in a "positive spirit" to the US proposal. According to the Israeli media, Israel has received the answer and is examining this proposal.

·Vienna, Austria
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Israel has already agreed - now, according to its own statements, Hamas also intends to adopt a new draft for a Gazan ceasefire in principle. However, important details are apparently still open.

·Hamburg, Germany
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The New Arab broke the news in London, United Kingdom on Friday, July 4, 2025.
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