Hamas has expressed willingness to negotiate a five-year truce with Israel, including the release of all hostages, according to a senior official.
The offer came as Hamas negotiators met with Egyptian mediators in Cairo, seeking a resolution to the 18-month conflict.
During the discussions, which aim to end the war ignited by the October 2023 attack on Israel, the group emphasized its demand for a comprehensive agreement.
A Hamas representative confirmed that the group is prepared for a one-time prisoner exchange and a long-term ceasefire.
On the ground, violence continued, with Israeli airstrikes in Gaza killing at least 35 people.
The United Nations warned of a looming humanitarian crisis as an ongoing Israeli blockade severely restricts food and medical supplies.
Earlier, Israel proposed a 45-day ceasefire in exchange for the release of 10 hostages, but Hamas rejected the offer, calling it insufficient.
The resistance group insists that a true resolution must involve a complete Israeli withdrawal from Gaza and a permanent halt to the war.
Hamas has also made it clear that disarmament is non-negotiable, with senior official Osama Hamdan stating that any proposal that does not ensure an end to the conflict will be dismissed.
The group’s refusal to disarm has remained a critical barrier in negotiations.
As the war persists, both sides continue to seek a pathway to peace, with international guarantees seen as crucial to any lasting resolution.
