In a bid to quell escalating violence, the U.S. and Israel have pushed a cease-fire offer to Hamas, which may pave the way for aid delivery.
**U.S. Proposes Cease-Fire to Hamas Amid Growing International Pressure**
**U.S. Proposes Cease-Fire to Hamas Amid Growing International Pressure**
The Biden administration presents a cease-fire plan aimed at facilitating humanitarian aid to Gaza, but doubts remain from Hamas.
The White House has proposed a cease-fire initiative backed by Israel to Hamas, aiming to enable the flow of humanitarian assistance into Gaza amidst escalating international pressure to halt the ongoing conflict. President Trump, alongside his Middle East envoy Steve Witkoff, brought forward the cease-fire framework following approval from Israeli officials. The proposed agreement reportedly includes a 60-day cease-fire alongside aid deliveries managed through U.N.-operated channels.
However, Hamas leaders are hesitant, indicating that the proposal lacks sufficient guarantees for a lasting cessation of hostilities. “We hope for a cease-fire in Gaza so we can return all of the hostages home,” stated White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt during a recent briefing. State Department spokesperson Tammy Bruce expressed cautious optimism regarding the proposal’s potential, implying that it could signal a shift toward resolution, albeit uncertainty looms over Hamas's acceptance of an Israeli-endorsed cease-fire.
At the heart of the negotiations remains the crucial issue of Israel's terms, which include the option to resume military action should Hamas fail to disarm and agree to cease hostilities entirely. Hamas, conversely, is seeking firm assurances that any temporary cease-fire would evolve into a permanent solution, demanding full withdrawal of Israeli forces from Gaza.
As the conflict approaches its 18th month, calls from the international community—including nations like Germany, Italy, and France—are growing louder in urging Israel to reconsider its military strategy in Gaza, especially in light of rising civilian casualties amidst the violent exchange.
However, Hamas leaders are hesitant, indicating that the proposal lacks sufficient guarantees for a lasting cessation of hostilities. “We hope for a cease-fire in Gaza so we can return all of the hostages home,” stated White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt during a recent briefing. State Department spokesperson Tammy Bruce expressed cautious optimism regarding the proposal’s potential, implying that it could signal a shift toward resolution, albeit uncertainty looms over Hamas's acceptance of an Israeli-endorsed cease-fire.
At the heart of the negotiations remains the crucial issue of Israel's terms, which include the option to resume military action should Hamas fail to disarm and agree to cease hostilities entirely. Hamas, conversely, is seeking firm assurances that any temporary cease-fire would evolve into a permanent solution, demanding full withdrawal of Israeli forces from Gaza.
As the conflict approaches its 18th month, calls from the international community—including nations like Germany, Italy, and France—are growing louder in urging Israel to reconsider its military strategy in Gaza, especially in light of rising civilian casualties amidst the violent exchange.
