Hamas Considers Israeli Ceasefire Proposal as Gaza Crisis Deepens

Hamas signals readiness to release all hostages if war ends, while rejecting Israel's demands for disarmament, as humanitarian conditions worsen in Gaza.

Hamas has stated its willingness to release all hostages in exchange for an end to the war, the withdrawal of Israeli forces, and full humanitarian access to Gaza.
Israel's ceasefire proposal includes a phased release of hostages and a 45-day truce, but requires Hamas to disarm, a condition Hamas has firmly rejected.
The United Nations has described the humanitarian situation in Gaza as the worst since the conflict began, with severe shortages of food, water, and medical supplies.
Egypt, acting as a mediator, has transmitted Israel's ceasefire proposal to Hamas, with the group expected to respond after internal consultations within 48 hours.
French President Emmanuel Macron has urged an immediate ceasefire, the release of all hostages, and the reopening of humanitarian corridors, while discussing a two-state solution as a pathway to lasting peace.