Hamas Accepts New Ceasefire Proposal According To Officials

August 18, 2025

According to two diplomats, Hamas has accepted a new ceasefire proposal that would include the release of Israeli hostages and Palestinian prisoners, the redeployment of Israeli forces in Gaza, and an increase in humanitarian aid. This deal also includes a temporary ceasefire and a path to an agreement to end the war."

It remains to be seen whether Israel will accept, but this ceasefire proposal is reportedly similar to a deal Israel has accepted in the past.