Hamas says yes: could a truce bring lasting peace to Gaza?

US proposal accepted: 10 hostages to be released and 70-day ceasefire agreed. Toward a permanent peace?

A new tone in Gaza

A diplomatic breakthrough in Gaza: Hamas has accepted a truce proposal from Donald Trump’s special envoy, Witkoff. The report comes from the reliable Israeli news outlet Ynet, raising new hopes for one of the world’s most troubled regions.

According to a source close to the Palestinian movement, the US plan includes a 70-day ceasefire and the release of 10 hostages. A meaningful first step in a region long plagued by violence and mistrust.

Truce details: peace and the fate of hostages

The Palestinian source confirmed that the hostage release is part of the deal, along with a mutual commitment to cease hostilities for more than two months. During this time, negotiations will continue with the goal of achieving a permanent ceasefire, under US guarantees.

This is a significant diplomatic move by the United States, aiming to reclaim its central role in Middle Eastern mediation.

What to expect in the next 70 days

The truce is only the beginning. The real challenge will be to turn this temporary calm into a long-lasting peace.

The US will play a key role in maintaining balance, addressing Israeli concerns, and supporting Palestinian aspirations, while offering credible and sustainable guarantees.

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FAQ

1. Who proposed the ceasefire?
The United States, via special envoy Witkoff.

2. Did Hamas officially accept it?
Yes, according to a source close to the movement reported by Ynet.

3. What are the terms of the truce?
Release of 10 hostages and a 70-day ceasefire.

4. Are negotiations over?
No, they will continue during the truce to reach a permanent agreement.

5. What role does the US play?
They provide guarantees and act as mediators for a lasting deal.

6. Has Israel responded?
No official response has been released yet.

7. Are the hostages civilians or soldiers?
It’s unclear at this point.

8. When will the ceasefire start?
The start date has not been publicly announced.

9. Why 70 days?
It’s a trust-building period to advance peace talks.

10. Have there been similar cases?
Yes, but many failed to lead to a long-term resolution.