The White House confirmed Thursday that Israel has approved a 60-day Gaza ceasefire proposal submitted by US Special Envoy Steve Witkoff and President Donald Trump, CBS News reported.

Karoline Leavitt, the press secretary, stated that the proposal was forwarded to Hamas after Israel approved it. She said that talks are ongoing and expressed hope for a truce that will result in the release of hostages.

According to CBS News, the arrangement involves a 60-day cease-fire, the release of 10 living hostages, and the repatriation of the bodies of 18 others.

Hamas stated that it has received the proposal and is analyzing it through mediators, with the goal of serving its people's interests and achieving a permanent ceasefire.