The White House rejected Hamas's response to a US cease-fire proposal for the Gaza conflict, deeming it unacceptable. The proposal, brokered by President Trump's envoy, Steve Witkoff, offered a 60-day truce with hostage releases in exchange for Palestinian prisoners. Hamas's demand for guarantees of a permanent end to the war stalled the negotiations. Witkoff blamed Hamas for the impasse, urging acceptance of the US framework for further talks.

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