Hamas Weighs Ceasefire Proposal as Death Toll in Gaza Rises

Hamas is reviewing a new Israeli ceasefire proposal and will respond soon, though it firmly rejects any suggestion of disarmament, according to spokesperson Sami Abu Zuhri. 

Meanwhile, Israeli airstrikes continue across Gaza, killing at least 15 Palestinians on Monday, with attacks targeting tent shelters, Al Jazeera reported. 

Gaza’s Health Ministry reports over 50,983 deaths and 116,274 injuries since the war began, while the Government Media Office estimates the death toll has exceeded 61,700, including those missing under rubble.

The war was triggered by the Hamas-led October 7, 2023 attack on Israel, which killed 1,139 people and saw over 200 taken captive.