Hamas has responded to a US-brokered ceasefire proposal, offering to release 10 live and 18 dead Israeli hostages in exchange for Palestinian prisoners, but requesting amendments to the plan. The US envoy deemed Hamas's response unacceptable, while Israel, having already accepted the proposal, is unlikely to negotiate further changes. Hamas, facing intense pressure and lacking military capacity, is caught between accepting a less-than-ideal deal and risking further Israeli escalation. The US proposal includes a 60-day ceasefire, hostage releases, and humanitarian aid, but Hamas insists on a permanent ceasefire and Israeli withdrawal from Gaza. Meanwhile, Israeli officials vow to continue their offensive unless Hamas accepts the current terms.

Prepared by Rachel Morgan and reviewed by editorial team.