Hamas has expressed a readiness to negotiate a 60-day cease-fire with Israel, although uncertainties remain regarding potential adjustments to the proposal and its implications for a more permanent peace accord.
Hamas Signals Openness to Truce Negotiations with Israel
Hamas Signals Openness to Truce Negotiations with Israel
Militant group Hamas indicates willingness to engage in discussions for a proposed two-month cease-fire, seeking clarity on the terms.
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On Friday, Hamas announced its willingness to engage in negotiations for a proposed 60-day cease-fire with Israel, expressing a positive response to the latest truce proposal. However, the extent to which Hamas may seek modifications to the terms remains unclear, raising questions about potential obstacles to achieving an agreement.
President Trump revealed earlier this week that Israel had accepted the cease-fire conditions and urged Hamas to follow suit. According to a statement from Hamas, they have sent their response to mediators and described it as "positive". The cease-fire plan includes provisions for hostage-for-prisoner exchanges and discussions aimed at conclusively ending the ongoing conflict in Gaza.
At present, negotiations seem motivated partly by Trump's efforts to broker a deal before Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu travels to Washington on Monday. Historically, prior cease-fire proposals have been forthcoming but have faltered at the final stages due to unresolved details. As this situation develops, the potential for renewed dialogue stands as a critical juncture for both sides.
On Friday, Hamas announced its willingness to engage in negotiations for a proposed 60-day cease-fire with Israel, expressing a positive response to the latest truce proposal. However, the extent to which Hamas may seek modifications to the terms remains unclear, raising questions about potential obstacles to achieving an agreement.
President Trump revealed earlier this week that Israel had accepted the cease-fire conditions and urged Hamas to follow suit. According to a statement from Hamas, they have sent their response to mediators and described it as "positive". The cease-fire plan includes provisions for hostage-for-prisoner exchanges and discussions aimed at conclusively ending the ongoing conflict in Gaza.
At present, negotiations seem motivated partly by Trump's efforts to broker a deal before Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu travels to Washington on Monday. Historically, prior cease-fire proposals have been forthcoming but have faltered at the final stages due to unresolved details. As this situation develops, the potential for renewed dialogue stands as a critical juncture for both sides.
