Hamas says it has delivered a “positive response” to a US-backed ceasefire and hostage deal, expressing readiness for immediate negotiations. While accepting the proposal’s general framework, the group seeks amendments, including a US guarantee against renewed hostilities if talks fail, according to BBC.

US President Donald Trump said a deal could be reached within a week, noting Israel has agreed to a 60-day ceasefire. He urged Hamas to accept what he called the “final offer.”

The proposal includes phased hostage-prisoner exchanges, Israeli troop withdrawals, and increased UN-led humanitarian aid. Hamas demands the exclusion of the US- and Israel-backed Gaza Humanitarian Foundation and full Israeli withdrawal to pre-March positions.

Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu maintains the war will continue until all hostages are freed and Hamas is dismantled, BBC reported.