Hamas Proposes Hostage Release Deal to End Gaza Conflict

Hamas has offered to release all remaining Israeli hostages in exchange for a permanent ceasefire in Gaza, escalating high-stakes diplomatic efforts amid stalled peace talks. The group’s head negotiator, Khalil Al Hayya, declared in a televised address that Hamas would reject any temporary truce proposals, calling instead for a \"comprehensive package of negotiations\" to end the fighting.

A Stalemate in Cairo

This week’s talks in Cairo ended without progress after Israel proposed a 45-day ceasefire in return for the release of 10 hostages — a deal Hamas swiftly dismissed. Al Hayya accused Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s government of using \"interim deals\" to prolong the war for political gains.

What’s on the Table?

Hamas now demands:

• A full ceasefire
• Release of Palestinian prisoners
• Reconstruction plans for Gaza

Al Hayya stressed that piecemeal agreements are \"off the table,\" framing the conflict as a \"now-or-never moment\" for lasting peace. Meanwhile, global leaders scramble to mediate as civilian casualties mount.

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Hamas offers to release Israeli hostages for an end to Gaza fighting

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