April 15 (UPI) -- Hamas has reportedly rejected a six-week Israeli cease-fire proposal that would have required the armed group to surrender its weapons while Israel continues military assaults on Gaza . The peace plan reportedly didn't offer a commitment for an Israeli troop pull-out or end to combat, but did ask for Hamas to release half of the hostages it currently holds in addition to a required disarmament. It is currently believed that only 24 of the 59 hostages held in Gaza remain alive.