Hamas has reportedly responded positively to the U.S.-arranged Gaza ceasefire proposal. Earlier this week, President Donald Trump said Israel agreed to conditions to finalize a 60-day ceasefire in Gaza.

Hamas said it had responded on Friday in "a positive spirit" to a U.S.-brokered Gaza ceasefire proposal and was prepared to enter into talks on implementing the deal which envisages a release of hostages and negotiations on ending the conflict.

More than 60 of those killed were waiting for aid, according to Palestinian health officials. President Trump said Friday that talks over a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas are at a crucial stage.