New Delhi, July 2 -- US President Donald Trump on Wednesday (July 2) announced a new proposal aimed at halting nearly 21 months of war between Israel and Hamas in Gaza, outlining a 60-day ceasefire and talks to end the conflict. While Israel has signaled support for some aspects of the plan, Hamas stopped short of accepting it outright, insisting that any agreement must guarantee a complete end to the war.

President Trump said Israel had agreed to the necessary conditions for a 60-day ceasefire in Gaza.

During this pause, hostage exchanges, partial Israeli withdrawal, and a surge of humanitarian aid would be implemented.

Trump emphasised that the period would be used to work toward a permanent end to the war, warning Hamas:

"I hope, f...