Hamas has accepted a ceasefire proposal presented by mediators, according to multiple Arab media outlets including Al-Araby TV, Al Jazeera, and Al Arabiya. A Hamas delegation reportedly received the proposal in Egypt, with Hamas sources confirming their agreement to the terms. A diplomatic source confirmed that Hamas conveyed its response to the proposed hostage deal to the Qatari Prime Minister during a meeting in Egypt. The proposal, if it aligns with the Witkoff framework, includes the release of 10 live hostages and 18 deceased hostages in exchange for a 60-day ceasefire. During this period, negotiations for a permanent settlement with American guarantees would take place, alongside the delivery of humanitarian aid to Gaza through the UN and Red Crescent. Qatar and Egypt are expected to invite mediators to the region to initiate negotiation processes with Israel. An extended meeting is scheduled between mediators and Palestinian factions in Egypt to discuss a ceasefire in Gaza. Meanwhile, Israel had previously threatened to shut down the Consulate General of France in Jerusalem over France's potential moves toward recognizing a Palestinian state, a threat which the French Foreign Minister warned would "provoke a strong reaction." In political developments within Israel, representatives of Minister Ben Gvir were admitted from a meeting concerning the potential announcement of a Palestinian state. An IDF-convened meeting is set to begin at 6:30 PM, attended by the heads of the Sa'ar, Smotrich, and Darmer ministries. Minister Ben Gvir expressed frustration, stating "You don't want to hear our criticism. The MLL did not take proper treatment." In Gaza, IDF forces are reportedly operating in the Jabalia refugee camp and Tel a-Za'atar in the northern Gaza Strip. Separately, a rocket was launched and reportedly fell in the leash area, with no immediate reports of injuries or damage. It is being investigated whether an interceptor was deployed and self-destructed after it was determined the projectile did not penetrate Israeli territory. Families of hostages are planning an extensive day of protest next Sunday. Minister Miri Regev commented on the "locomotive affair."
