Hamas makes hostage pledge but demands changes to US Gaza ceasefire plan
Summary
Hamas is willing to release 10 living Israeli hostages and the bodies of 18 dead hostages in exchange for Palestinian prisoners, but it seeks changes to a proposed US ceasefire plan. The US plan includes a 60-day ceasefire and humanitarian aid to Gaza, which Israel has agreed to, but Hamas wants a permanent ceasefire and a complete Israeli withdrawal from Gaza.Key Facts
- Hamas offered to release 10 living and 18 dead Israeli hostages for Palestinian prisoners.
- Hamas wants a permanent ceasefire and Israeli withdrawal from Gaza.
- The US proposed a 60-day ceasefire and aid to Gaza.
- Israel agreed to the US plan but Hamas requested changes.
- The US plan suggests releasing 28 Israeli hostages, both alive and dead, and more if a permanent ceasefire occurs.
- Hamas is known as a terrorist group in the US, UK, and EU.
- Prime Minister Netanyahu supports a temporary ceasefire to recover hostages but wants to maintain the option for future military actions.
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