"Hamas Responds to Gaza Cease-Fire Proposal Amid Ongoing Hostage Talks"
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Hamas has responded positively to a cease-fire proposal in Gaza, according to the Qatari mediator involved in the plan. The proposal involves a hostage release in return for a cease-fire, but Hamas is still insisting on a permanent cease-fire and a withdrawal of Israeli military forces from the Gaza Strip, which Israel has rejected. U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken, who is on a tour of the region, will discuss the proposal with Israeli leadership, while President Biden acknowledged Hamas' response but noted that negotiations are ongoing.
- Hamas gave a 'positive' response to a Gaza cease-fire proposal, Qatar says NPR
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- Hamas Gives 'Positive' Reply to Gaza Truce Plan, but Odds Remain Murky The New York Times
- Hamas demand for permanent ceasefire in hostage talks unacceptable — Israeli source The Times of Israel
- Biden: Hamas response to hostage deal proposal "a little over the top" Axios
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