In a bold new proposal, Hamas is ready to release all hostages held in Gaza if a comprehensive truce deal is reached. A spokesperson for the al-Qassam Brigades noted that if current negotiations stall, the group might push for a full package deal to end the ongoing conflict.
The deal, which has been discussed during over 10 days of talks led by Arab mediators from Qatar and Egypt (backed by the United States), would see 10 hostages returned over 60 days along with the remains of 18 others. In exchange, Israel is expected to release a number of detained Palestinians.
However, previous ceasefire proposals were rejected by Israel amid claims of recurring violations and an intensifying military offensive in Gaza. The region continues to face harsh realities with escalating violence, mounting casualties, and a deep humanitarian crisis marked by fuel shortages, displacement, and limited access to essential supplies.
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Hamas offers to release all hostages under comprehensive truce deal
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