New Gaza Ceasefire Proposal Emerges on March 28, 2025, Amidst Escalated Violence

A new ceasefire proposal for the Gaza Strip is under consideration as of March 28, 2025, with Egypt mediating and reporting positive signs from Israel. The proposal includes a transitional phase with Hamas releasing five Israeli hostages weekly. An Egyptian security delegation has traveled to Qatar for talks focusing on increasing aid to Gaza and securing the release of remaining hostages. Violence has escalated since the previous truce broke down on March 18, 2025. A Palestinian official noted that the new offers appear more promising than previous ones. While there's no immediate response from Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu's office, a spokesperson indicated the absence of an Israeli delegation in Doha. The situation remains tense, with both Israel and Hamas accusing each other of violating the previous truce. Hamas, holding 59 hostages from the October 7, 2023 attack, accuses Israel of hindering a permanent deal. Israel seeks to extend the ceasefire's initial phase, contingent on further hostage releases. Recent Israeli strikes have targeted Hamas officials, including Abdel-Latif Al-Qanoua, further complicating the negotiation landscape. The international community is closely watching for developments that could alleviate the suffering of Gaza's 2.3 million residents.