Rashwan told Al-Qahera News that the Palestinian factions had accepted the plan “without any objections” following a series of intensive meetings in Cairo.

“Hopefully, Israel can use the proposal as a way to manage internal pressure to end the war,” he said.

He described the plan as a potential turning point for Israel’s leadership.

“The proposal is an opportunity for Netanyahu,” Rashwan said, noting that Israel was facing internal divisions and had failed to achieve its stated war objectives.

Hamas’ approval, he argued, put Israel “in a position that is simultaneously a crisis and an opportunity.”

The proposal, based on an initiative from US Middle East envoy Steve Witkoff, calls for a 60-day truce and the phased release of captives.

Ten Israeli hostages held alive and the remains of 18 others would be exchanged for an unspecified number of Palestinian prisoners, while Israeli forces would reposition closer to Gaza’s border to facilitate the entry of humanitarian aid.

Crucially, negotiations on a permanent ceasefire would begin on the first day of the truce, rather than at its end as in previous proposals.

Rashwan stressed that the outcome now depends on Israel’s response, urging Washington to press for acceptance.

He said the plan could help Israel avert “unprecedented social and political repercussions” at home, while offering civilians in Gaza urgently needed relief.

Hamas described the deal as the best available option to shield civilians from further escalation and a step towards a comprehensive resolution.