Israel had previously accepted the US-sponsored framework, which means the two sides are now expected to enter final, detailed negotiations before a ceasefire agreement is officially reached.
After a reporter aboard Air Force One told him that Hamas responded positively to the latest ceasefire proposal, "Well, that's good," Trump responed, before acknowledging that he hasn't been briefed yet on the matter.
Israel had earlier accepted the US-backed proposal, clearing the way for both sides to begin final negotiations to work out details before a ceasefire is finalized, CNN reported.
Hamas is consulting Palestinian factions on a new ceasefire proposal for Gaza. The group seeks guarantees it will end the war and prevent Israel from resuming attacks. Trump said Israel has agreed to a 60-day truce and expects Hamas' response soon, Al Jazeera reported.
Firstly, it says that the agreement requires Israeli forces to withdraw to the positions they held before the collapse of the last ceasefire on March 2. At that time, the IDF had not fully withdrawn from Gaza, and remained stationed along the 'Philadelphi Corridor'.
Hamas on Wednesday indicated a willingness to consider a ceasefire with Israel but stopped short of accepting a US-backed proposal unveiled earlier by President Donald Trump, maintaining its demand that any agreement must result in a complete end to the war in Gaza.
An official from one of the Arab mediating countries said that major hurdles remain and that the sides will still need to hold proximity talks in order to close remaining gaps.
President Trump announced that Israel agreed to a 60-day ceasefire proposal for Gaza, backed by his administration. Qatar and Egypt will mediate. While Hamas has yet to agree, the deal involves Israeli hostages exchanged for Palestinian prisoners. Challenges remain, as Hamas demands perma
Speaking at a Shin Bet security agency facility in southern Israel, Netanyahu said, "As you probably know, many opportunities have opened up now following this victory. Firstly, to rescue the hostages. Of course, we will also need to solve the Gaza issue, defeat Hamas, but I believe we will
Israel launched 50 airstrikes across Gaza, killing at least 68 people, as talks on a ceasefire remain stalled. Egypt is pushing for a 60-day truce, but disagreements persist. Israel wants a temporary pause; Hamas demands a full end to the war, Al Jazeera reported.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said freeing hostages and defeating Hamas remain top priorities, The Times of Israel reported. His remarks come amid U.S. pressure for a Gaza ceasefire and wider regional normalization talks involving Syria and Saudi Arabia, as indirect negotiations
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio met Israeli hostage families in Washington, affirming full support for a comprehensive deal to free all captives held by Hamas.