RAFAH, Egypt (AP) — Hamas said Monday it has accepted a new proposal from Arab mediators for a ceasefire in the Gaza Strip that would still need Israel’s approval, as Gaza’s Health Ministry said the Palestinian death toll from 22 months of war has passed 62,000.

Hamas accepted on Monday a new mediators' proposal for a 60-day ceasefire in Gaza, including the release of hostages in two phases.

Hamas has agreed to a 60-day ceasefire proposal with Israel, which includes the return of hostages and prisoners from both sides.