Hamas told mediators its approval of new proposal for ceasefire in Gaza

DOHA, Aug 19 (KUNA) -- The Palestinian Islamic Resistance Movement (Hamas) informed mediators of its approval of the new proposal for a ceasefire in Gaza Strip, Qatari foreign ministry said Tuesday.
Advisor to the Prime Minister and Official Spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Dr. Majed bin Mohammad Al Ansari said that this proposal represents the best possible option to spare the blood of brothers in the Strip, especially in light of the ongoing military escalation and the plans announced in the media.
Al-Ansari said during the weekly media briefing organized by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs that the new proposal includes a path to reach a comprehensive agreement to end the war.
It includes a temporary ceasefire for 60 days, during which a number of prisoners and hostages will be exchanged, along with the repositioning of Israeli forces and the intensification of humanitarian aid entry according to the terms of the agreement.
He added that Hamas' response was very positive and largely aligns with what was previously approved by the Israeli side, but the mediation is still awaiting an official response from Israeli occupation.
He also said that the region is going through a critical humanitarian moment, and if an agreement is not reached now, all will be facing an unprecedented humanitarian catastrophe, pointing out that the State of Qatar continues its efforts in cooperation with the Arab Republic of Egypt, the United States of America, and other international parties to push for a ceasefire and the entry of humanitarian aid. (end) sss.mb