Israel-Gaza Conflict / What is there in the new Gaza proposal that Israel is ready to accept

Israel-Gaza Conflict: After the ceasefire between Iran and Israel, all eyes are now on a possible ceasefire between Israel and Hamas in the Gaza Strip. The American newspaper The New York Times has published details of a possible agreement, citing sources, under which important steps can be taken to reduce the conflict in Gaza and release the hostages.

Details of the agreement

According to The New York Times, an Israeli security source and a Palestinian source close to Hamas said the proposed agreement includes the following points:

Release of hostages and prisoners: Under the agreement, ten live Israeli hostages and eighteen injured will be released. In return, Palestinian prisoners will be released.

Five-stage process: The process of releasing hostages and handing over the bodies will be completed in five phases during the proposed ceasefire of 60 days.

Release ceremony banned: According to Israeli sources, this time Hamas will not be allowed to hold any kind of "release ceremony" during the release of hostages, as was the case during the temporary ceasefire earlier this year.

Hamas' stance

Hamas has not yet fully accepted the proposal. In a statement released on Wednesday, Hamas said it had received the new ceasefire proposal through mediators. Hamas says their goal is to reach an agreement that not only ends the conflict but also ensures the complete withdrawal of Israeli forces from Gaza and guarantees of immediate humanitarian aid to the region.

"The mediators are making every effort to bridge the gap between all parties and start serious negotiations to reach a framework agreement," Hamas wrote on its official Telegram page. The statement further said, "We are taking this matter with full responsibility and are holding discussions at the national level to reach an agreement that guarantees the end of the aggression, the process of withdrawal and immediate assistance to our people in the Gaza Strip."

Possibility of temporary ceasefire

American news channel CBS quoted its sources as saying that Israeli officials are ready to agree to a temporary ceasefire of 60 days in Gaza. However, differences remain in this proposal, as Hamas is demanding a permanent ceasefire, while Israel and the US are currently talking only about a temporary ceasefire.

Challenges and expectations

This step towards a ceasefire in Gaza may be important, but many challenges still remain. The lack of trust between Hamas and Israel, disagreement over a permanent versus temporary ceasefire, and the severity of the humanitarian crisis in the region complicate the process. Nevertheless, there is a ray of hope due to the activism of mediators and progress in the talks of both sides.

The international community is now watching to see if this agreement will be successful in reducing the long-running conflict in Gaza. If this agreement comes into force, it could be an important step not only for the release of hostages and prisoners, but also for humanitarian aid and reconstruction in Gaza.