US-backed Gaza ceasefire plan proposes 60 day truce
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A US-drafted Gaza ceasefire proposal, obtained by Reuters, outlines a 60-day truce with Hamas releasing 28 Israeli captives (dead and alive) within the first week in exchange for 1,236 Palestinian prisoners and 180 Palestinian remains.
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The plan, guaranteed by the US, Egypt and Qatar, includes immediate humanitarian aid to Gaza via UN and Red Crescent channels.
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The White House confirmed on Thursday that Israel has accepted the proposal, with Netanyahu reportedly informing hostages’ families of the deal.
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Hamas stated it is reviewing the terms and will respond by Friday or Saturday.
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Under the agreement, Hamas would free the remaining 30 captives once a permanent ceasefire begins, while Israel halts military operations and phases out troop deployments.