Tue May 27 04:11:21 UTC 2025: **Conflicting Reports Emerge on Gaza Ceasefire Proposal**

**Doha, Qatar** – Conflicting reports have surfaced regarding a potential ceasefire agreement between Hamas and Israel. Al Jazeera sources claim Hamas has accepted a US-proposed deal that would involve a 60-day truce and the release of 10 living captives held in Gaza. The agreement would also ensure the entry of unconditional humanitarian aid and a guaranteed withdrawal of Israeli troops from Gaza by US President Donald Trump.

However, US officials have strongly refuted these claims. US Middle East envoy, Steve Witkoff, labelled the version of the proposal allegedly accepted by Hamas as “completely unacceptable.” An unnamed US source described Hamas’s claims as “inaccurate” and deemed their offer “disappointing.” The source stated that the US has instead proposed a temporary ceasefire agreement that focuses on the return of half the living and deceased captives, which could then allow discussions towards a permanent ceasefire.

Israeli officials have also denied the deal’s origins, asserting that no Israeli government could accept such a proposal.

Meanwhile, Israeli forces continue their attacks on Gaza, hindering aid delivery into the area. Medical sources report at least 81 Palestinians, including many children, were killed in Israeli attacks on Monday alone.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu vowed to continue to bringing back the 58 Israeli captives remaining in Gaza. He made no mention of the proposed deal. He has long rejected Hamas’s calls for a permanent ceasefire in Gaza and pledged to continue the war until “total victory” is achieved against the Palestinian group.

Hamas has stated its willingness to release all remaining captives in exchange for a permanent ceasefire. They are also open to ceding control of Gaza to an interim government and refuse to lay down arms or exile its leaders.

Palestinians in Gaza express desperation for any deal that would end the ongoing bombardment and blockade, which has led to widespread famine.

The current conflict continues, leaving thousands dead and injured and has left the entire population on the brink of famine.

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