Hamas Offers Full Hostage Release in Exchange for End to Gaza Conflict

The militant group proposes halting Israeli military operations, withdrawing forces, and ensuring humanitarian aid to secure a truce.

Hamas has announced its readiness to release all Israeli hostages if Israel ceases its military actions in Gaza, withdraws forces, and permits humanitarian aid entry.
A Hamas delegation is engaged in mediation talks in Cairo with Egyptian, Qatari, and U.S. officials to negotiate a potential truce.
Hamas accuses Israel of failing to honor prior ceasefire agreements and demands guarantees to ensure compliance with any new deal.
The conflict, which began with Hamas's October 2023 attack on Israel, has resulted in over 50,000 deaths in Gaza and significant casualties on both sides.
Hamas leaders have reiterated that disarmament is non-negotiable, rejecting Israeli demands for the group to relinquish its weapons.