Hamas announces readiness to free an American-Israeli captive and the remains of four double citizens.
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Hamas indicates readiness to free American-Israeli hostage Edan Alexander and the remains of four other dual nationals detained in Gaza. The militant group hinted at a potential agreement, albeit without revealing specifics, after reportedly receiving a proposal via mediators.
Qatar and Egypt have been facilitating indirect negotiations between Israel and Hamas. In a statement issued today, Hamas confirmed its response, saying, "The movement has acted responsibly and positively, delivering its reply at dawn today, which includes its agreement to release the Zionist soldier Edan Alexander, who holds American citizenship, as well as the remains of four others with dual nationalities."
Although Hamas did not disclose the identities of the deceased hostages it intends to release, negotiations are underway for a breakthrough.
According to sources privy to the negotiations, a fresh proposal by the United States aims to secure the release of living hostages currently in Hamas custody in return for a one-month extension of the Israel-Hamas ceasefire.
This story is still unfolding and will be updated with new developments.
In the ongoing negotiations, Hamas, a militant group in Gaza, is said to have suggested releasing American-Israeli hostage, Edan Alexander, and four other hostages with dual nationalities, following a proposal from mediators. The middle eastern country, Qatar, and Egypt have been facilitating these indirect discussions between Israel and Hamas. The world is now awaiting a ceasefire extension after the United States has submitted a proposal for a one-month ceasefire extension in exchange for the release of the living hostages in Hamas' custody.
