US Offers Ceasefire in Israel-Hamas Conflict

unacceptable”. The ceasefire offer, which was presented by US Secretary of State Antony Blinken, calls for an immediate end to the ongoing violence and a return to the 2014 ceasefire agreement. However, Hamas has stated that they have not rejected the offer and have instead proposed their own conditions for the ceasefire, including the lifting of the Israeli blockade on Gaza and the release of Palestinian prisoners. Witkoff has slammed Hamas' response as "unacceptable" and has urged them to consider the immediate cessation of hostilities. The ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas has resulted in the death of over 200 Palestinians and 12 Israelis, with no signs of stopping. The international community has called for an end to the violence and for both sides to engage in peace talks. However, the situation remains tense as both sides continue to exchange rocket fire and airstrikes. The US ceasefire offer has been met with mixed reactions, with some viewing it as a step towards peace and others criticizing it for not addressing the root causes of the conflict. As the situation in Gaza remains volatile, it is crucial for both sides to come to a mutual agreement and put an end to the bloodshed in the region. The world is watching and hoping for a peaceful resolution to this ongoing conflict."