Israeli official claims Hamas has rejected ceasefire proposal
Militant group had said it was ready to ‘deal positively’ on peace plan, but also had ‘remarks’
Hamas has rejected a Gaza ceasefire proposal outlined by US president Joe Biden, an Israeli official said yesterday, after receiving the Palestinian militant group’s response through mediators.
“This evening, Israel received, via the mediator, the Hamas response. In its response, Hamas has rejected the proposal for a hostage release that was presented by President Biden,” the Israeli official said, speaking on condition of anonymity.
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