Hamas has reportedly agreed to a draft of a multi-phase cease-fire deal with Israel that would include the release of hostages who were taken into Gaza on Oct. 7, 2023.

The Israeli government and Hamas say that they are in the final stages of indirect talks over a deal for a ceasefire and the release of hostages held in Gaza and Palestinian prisoners held by Israel.

Hamas backs draft agreement on ceasefire in Gaza and release of dozens of hostages, according to The Times of Israel. According to officials involved in the negotiations, progress has been made on the agreement,