The ongoing conflict in Gaza continues to stir tensions, as US special envoy Steve Witkoff has firmly denied claims made by Hamas regarding a proposed ceasefire agreement. Reports emerged that the militant group had accepted a proposal involving the release of hostages and a temporary truce, but Witkoff quickly rebuffed these assertions.
Claims and Denials
A Palestinian official close to Hamas stated that the group had agreed to a ceasefire proposal received through mediators. This proposal allegedly includes:
- The release of 10 hostages in two batches.
- A 70-day ceasefire.
- Negotiations towards a permanent ceasefire with American guarantees.
However, Witkoff’s representative countered this narrative, emphasising that the details presented by Hamas were