Hamas has reportedly proposed a 135-day truce and hostage swap, as well as Israeli troops‘ withdrawal from the Gaza Strip. The deal could pave the way to an end of the war. Will peace be given a chance?
Palestinian militant group Hamas is seeking a four-and-a-half-month truce during which hostages would be released and an agreement to cease hostilities could be reached, a source familiar with the negotiations told Reuters. The group also requested the release of 1,500 prisoners from Israeli jails.According to the report, Hamas‘ offer came in response to a proposal sent by Qatari and Egyptian mediators with US and Israeli spy chiefs‘ backing. While US Secretary of State Antony Blinken said that a compromise is possible, the Netanyahu government noted that the details of the Hamas response were being „thoroughly evaluated by the officials involved in the negotiations“ with some Israeli officials reportedly debating whether to reject the deal or demand modifications.“Their demands mean that they will be given the control of Gaza. They will be able to prepare immediately after this ceasefire to prepare the next attack against Israel.
