High-stakes negotiations between Hamas and Israel took a dramatic turn this week as the Palestinian group demanded a complete Israeli withdrawal from Gaza in exchange for releasing hostages. A senior Hamas source revealed the group insists any deal must include a "clear timetable" for Israel’s exit from Palestinian territories. 💥
Indirect talks in Egypt’s Sharm El Sheikh saw Hamas double down on its stance: "The last hostage leaves when the last Israeli soldier does," a negotiator stated. Khalil al-Hayya, leading Hamas’s delegation, told Al Qahera News they’re committed to "stopping the conflict permanently" through an immediate ceasefire and prisoner swap. 🔄
While neither side has agreed to terms yet, the demand signals Hamas’s push to leverage hostages for long-term geopolitical gains. Analysts say the "all-or-nothing" approach could prolong talks—and the humanitarian crisis—as global pressure mounts for resolution. 🌍
