Hamas welcomes the U.S. ceasefire framework but requests key clarifications and adjustments before confirming its final position, signaling cautious optimism amid ongoing conflict.

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The Palestinian resistance movement Hamas has responded positively to the ceasefire proposal put forward by the United States, signaling a potential step toward de-escalation in the conflict. However, sources close to the movement and international left-wing media outlets report that Hamas is requesting important clarifications on several critical points before delivering a definitive response.

According to Hani Al-Dali, a respected analyst from Al Mayadeen, Hamas’s response should not be interpreted as full acceptance but rather as an acknowledgment of the general framework proposed by U.S. mediators. The movement is carefully reviewing essential details to ensure that any agreement respects Palestinian rights and sovereignty.

This cautious approach reflects Hamas’s commitment to protecting the interests of the Palestinian people while remaining open to diplomatic solutions that can bring lasting peace.

Details of the U.S. Proposal and Requested Amendments

The ceasefire plan, as reported by I24NEWS, is based on the framework developed by U.S. envoy Steve Wittekov, with recent modifications that aim to address some of the conflict’s most sensitive issues. The proposal includes the release of 10 Israeli prisoners—eight on the first day and two by day 50—as well as the return of 18 bodies.

In exchange, a two-month ceasefire would be established, during which both parties would engage in indirect negotiations to reach a permanent agreement and end the war.

It is crucial to understand that Hamas’s demand for clarifications is not a rejection but a strategic move to ensure that any ceasefire respects the dignity and rights of the Palestinian people. The movement’s insistence on adjustments highlights the ongoing imbalance of power and the need for genuine international agreements.

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Hamas says it’s open to a deal but only if it actually ends the war in Gaza.

Hamas official Taher al-Nunu:

“(Hamas is) ready and serious regarding reaching an agreement.

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The proposed ceasefire, while a potential step forward, must be accompanied by a commitment to address the root causes of the conflict, including the occupation, blockade, and systemic violations of Palestinian human rights.

Hamas’s positive yet cautious response to the U.S. ceasefire proposal opens a window for dialogue, but the path to peace requires more than temporary halts in violence. It demands a just resolution that guarantees Palestinian sovereignty, freedom, and dignity.

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