<p>After Israel reportedly submitted a proposal of a two-month pause to the war in Gaza&nbsp;and return of hostages return in exchange for the release of Palestinian prisoners, a top Egyptian official said Tuesday (Jan 23) that the militant group has rejected it.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The official remained anonymous when speaking to media outlets, and also disclosed that Hamas will not release hostages until Israel takes away its forces from Gazan soil. However, there is no confirmation regarding this from the Israeli side.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Notably, Israel has already confirmed that it will not end the war completely, even though it proposed a hiatus for the safe return of over 100 hostages held captive by Hamas.</p>

<p>Israel's government spokesman Eylon Levy reportedly said on Tuesday that Israel will not accede to an agreement that results in Hamas continuing to remain in power in the beseiged Gaza territory.</p>

<p>The Qatari and Egyptian mediators facilitated the submission of the proposal, reports said.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Israel is seeking a gradual release of the remaining 136 hostages. It's important to note that the offer differs from Hamas' demand for a complete end to the ongoing war, which began after the October 7 violence when militants entered Israel and killed and abuducted civilians.</p>

<p>The proposal outlined a phased release of hostages and included the withdrawal of Israeli forces from Gaza's main population centres.</p>

<p>Additionally, it suggests a gradual return of Palestinians to the north of Gaza.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The proposed plan detailed a step-by-step approach, starting with the release of elderly individuals aged over 60, children, women, and critically ill hostages.</p>

<p>Subsequent stages involve the release of female soldiers, men under 60 who are not soldiers, and ultimately, male soldiers along with the bodies of hostages.</p>

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<p>The proposal also mentioned a pre-agreement between Israel and Hamas on the number of prisoners to be released from Israeli jails (approximately 6,000), but a separate negotiation on the specific names of these individuals.</p>

<p>Despite a November truce, hostilities resumed on December 1, making it uncertain whether another pause in the war will be reached.</p>

<h2><strong>Is a truce imminent?&nbsp;</strong></h2>

<p>A report by Reuters citing three sources said Israel and Hamas generally agree in principle for a one-month ceasefire and return of Palestinian prisoners in exchange for Israeli hostages.</p>

<p>However, the report highlighted that the progress of the framework plan is hindered by the divergent views of the two sides on how to achieve a permanent resolution to the Gaza war.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>

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After Israel reportedly submitted a proposal of a two-month pause to the war in Gaza and return of hostages return in exchange for the release of Palestinian prisoners, a top Egyptian official said Tuesday (Jan 23) that the militant group has rejected it.

After Israel reportedly submitted a proposal of a two-month pause to the war in Gaza and return of hostages return in exchange for the release of Palestinian prisoners, a top Egyptian official said Tuesday (Jan 23) that the militant group has rejected it. The official remained anonymous when speaking to media outlets, and also disclosed that Hamas will not release hostages until Israel takes away its forces from Gazan soil. However, there is no confirmation regarding this from the Israeli side. Notably, Israel has already confirmed that it will not end the war completely, even though it proposed a hiatus for the safe return of over 100 hostages held captive by Hamas. Israel's government spokesman Eylon Levy reportedly said on Tuesday that Israel will not accede to an agreement that results in Hamas continuing to remain in power in the beseiged Gaza territory. The Qatari and Egyptian mediators facilitated the submission of the proposal, reports said. Also Read | Pakistan reopens border crossing with Afghanistan after deadlock over visa requirements Israel is seeking a gradual release of the remaining 136 hostages. It's important to note that the offer differs from Hamas' demand for a complete end to the ongoing war, which began after the October 7 violence when militants entered Israel and killed and abuducted civilians. The proposal outlined a phased release of hostages and included the withdrawal of Israeli forces from Gaza's main population centres. Additionally, it suggests a gradual return of Palestinians to the north of Gaza. Also Read | North Korea fires multiple cruise missiles towards Yellow Sea, says South Korea The proposed plan detailed a step-by-step approach, starting with the release of elderly individuals aged over 60, children, women, and critically ill hostages. Subsequent stages involve the release of female soldiers, men under 60 who are not soldiers, and ultimately, male soldiers along with the bodies of hostages. Watch | Consoles lead gaming resurgence × The proposal also mentioned a pre-agreement between Israel and Hamas on the number of prisoners to be released from Israeli jails (approximately 6,000), but a separate negotiation on the specific names of these individuals. Despite a November truce, hostilities resumed on December 1, making it uncertain whether another pause in the war will be reached. Is a truce imminent? A report by Reuters citing three sources said Israel and Hamas generally agree in principle for a one-month ceasefire and return of Palestinian prisoners in exchange for Israeli hostages. However, the report highlighted that the progress of the framework plan is hindered by the divergent views of the two sides on how to achieve a permanent resolution to the Gaza war. (With inputs from agencies) Disclaimer: WION takes utmost care to accurately and responsibly report ongoing developments on the Israel-Palestine conflict after the Hamas attacks. However, we cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, photos and videos.

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Israel has given Hamas a proposal through Qatari and Egyptian mediators that includes up to two months of a pause in the fighting as part of a multi-phase deal that would include the release of all remaining hostages held in Gaza.

Israel-Hamas War: Israel proposes two-month ceasefire deal for release of all hostages

<p>Amidst the prolonged conflict since October 7, there are reports that Israel has proposed a two-month hiatus in its military offensive against the Hamas militant group in Gaza. If successful, this could represent a significant breakthrough following the November truce, during which Israel ceased its bombardment of the besieged territory.</p>

<p>The proposal was submitted through Qatari and Egyptian mediators. In exchange, Israel wants a phased release of the remaining 136 hostages.</p>

<p>Notably, the offer is not in alignment with Hamas' demand for a complete termination of the ongoing war, which started following the bloodshed on October 7 when militants entered Israel and attacked Israeli civilians.</p>

<p>The proposal includes the release of specific groups of hostages in stages. Moreover, it also includes a withdrawal of Israeli forces from Gaza's main population centres, as well as a gradual return of Palestinians to the north of Gaza, media reports said.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Israel is currently awaiting Hamas' response to the proposal. It is uncertain as to when and how the Islamic Palestinian group will respond to the Israeli proposal.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Israeli officials, speaking with Axios media outlet, have reportedly said that Israel is hoping that progress could be seen in the next coming days.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>Hostage release</strong></h2>

<p>The proposed plan from Israel, reportedly, outlined a phased approach. In the initial stage, elderly over 60 years of age and children, women, and critically ill hostages would be released.</p>

<p>Subsequent stages will involve the release of female soldiers and men under 60 who are not soldiers. And finally, the male soldiers as well as the bodies of the hostages will be released.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The proposal also stated that Israel and Hamas would pre-agree as to how many of the 6000 prisoners from Israeli jails would be released. However, there will be a separate negotiation on the specific names of these convicts.</p>

<p>Earlier, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, while speaking with families of hostages about the Hamas deal, said, “I tell you this as clearly as I can, because there are so many untrue [claims] that must be torturing you."</p>

<p>"On the other hand, we have an [Israel] initiative, and I will not elaborate."&nbsp;</p>

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<p>After the November truce, Israel again started pounding Hamas on December 1. Therefore, it is unclear if the two-month pause in war will be achieved or not.</p>

<p>Notably, the age and gender of those held captive is not known. Moreover, it also can't be said definitely&nbsp;as to how many hostages have already died&nbsp;in captivity.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>In the meeting, Netanyahu reportedly said that there is a "proposal of mine, which I also passed in the war cabinet. We conveyed it and now there is, as they say, a tug of war."</p>

<p>“I can’t elaborate here, but our proposal is something we have passed on to the mediators," he added.&nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>

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Amidst the prolonged conflict since October 7, there are reports that Israel has proposed a two-month hiatus in its military offensive against the Hamas militant group in Gaza.

Amidst the prolonged conflict since October 7, there are reports that Israel has proposed a two-month hiatus in its military offensive against the Hamas militant group in Gaza. If successful, this could represent a significant breakthrough following the November truce, during which Israel ceased its bombardment of the besieged territory. The proposal was submitted through Qatari and Egyptian mediators. In exchange, Israel wants a phased release of the remaining 136 hostages. Notably, the offer is not in alignment with Hamas' demand for a complete termination of the ongoing war, which started following the bloodshed on October 7 when militants entered Israel and attacked Israeli civilians. The proposal includes the release of specific groups of hostages in stages. Moreover, it also includes a withdrawal of Israeli forces from Gaza's main population centres, as well as a gradual return of Palestinians to the north of Gaza, media reports said. Israel is currently awaiting Hamas' response to the proposal. It is uncertain as to when and how the Islamic Palestinian group will respond to the Israeli proposal. Also Read | At least six injured after 7.1-magnitude earthquake rattles part of western China Israeli officials, speaking with Axios media outlet, have reportedly said that Israel is hoping that progress could be seen in the next coming days. Hostage release The proposed plan from Israel, reportedly, outlined a phased approach. In the initial stage, elderly over 60 years of age and children, women, and critically ill hostages would be released. Subsequent stages will involve the release of female soldiers and men under 60 who are not soldiers. And finally, the male soldiers as well as the bodies of the hostages will be released. Also Read | AI scare for US elections? Fake robocall imitating Biden asks voters not to vote in New Hampshire primary The proposal also stated that Israel and Hamas would pre-agree as to how many of the 6000 prisoners from Israeli jails would be released. However, there will be a separate negotiation on the specific names of these convicts. Earlier, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, while speaking with families of hostages about the Hamas deal, said, “I tell you this as clearly as I can, because there are so many untrue [claims] that must be torturing you." "On the other hand, we have an [Israel] initiative, and I will not elaborate." Watch | Israel-Hamas war: EU presses Israel on two-state solution × After the November truce, Israel again started pounding Hamas on December 1. Therefore, it is unclear if the two-month pause in war will be achieved or not. Notably, the age and gender of those held captive is not known. Moreover, it also can't be said definitely as to how many hostages have already died in captivity. In the meeting, Netanyahu reportedly said that there is a "proposal of mine, which I also passed in the war cabinet. We conveyed it and now there is, as they say, a tug of war." “I can’t elaborate here, but our proposal is something we have passed on to the mediators," he added. (With inputs from agencies) Disclaimer: WION takes utmost care to accurately and responsibly report ongoing developments on the Israel-Palestine conflict after the Hamas attacks. However, we cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, photos and videos.

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