Terror group Hamas seeking amendments to U.S.-backed ceasefire proposal, Blinken frustrated

The terrorist group Hamas is seeking to amend the U.S.-backed proposal for a cease-fire in Gaza where the eight-month war with Israel is ongoing, according to reports.

The White House as well as the foreign ministries of Qatar and Egypt said they are currently reviewing Hamas’ response to the ceasefire proposal.

“We’re in receipt of this reply that Hamas delivered to Qatar and to Egypt, and we are evaluating it right now,” White House national security spokesperson John Kirby said.

Secretary of State Tony Blinken appeared frustrated on Wednesday with some of the amendments Hamas is requesting.

“Some of the changes are workable. Some are not,” Blinken said at a press conference in Doha.

Blinken also said that some of the changes sought by Hamas are “beyond positions (Hamas) had previously taken.”

He also said the changes are leading to questions about whether "they’re proceeding in good faith or not."