On Tuesday, a senior official from Hamas stated that the group is evaluating new proposals from mediators to conclude the conflict in Gaza. Sami Abu Zuhri, in a televised address, emphasised that any agreement must include a total withdrawal of Israeli military forces from the Gaza Strip. The group remains open to arrangements that alleviate the hardships faced by the people in Gaza, bring about a lasting ceasefire, and ensure the complete departure of Israeli forces.
Zuhri also highlighted that any deal should terminate the Israeli blockade of the coastal region, allow unrestricted humanitarian aid, facilitate the rebuilding of Gaza, and arrange a swap of Israeli hostages in Gaza for Palestinians held in Israeli detention.
His remarks indicated no shift in the group’s existing demands. Meanwhile, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu maintains that the conflict will only cease once Hamas is dismantled.
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Hamxs leader Sami Abu Zuhri: “We are open to any agreement or ideas that would put an end to our people’s suffering and lead to a final ceasefire.”
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What Other Media Are Saying
- Vox explores the complexities of the Israel-Hamas ceasefire, highlighting US efforts to bridge differences, Israeli concerns over control of Gaza corridors, and the leverage Hamas holds despite previous failed negotiations.(read more)
- Al Jazeera explains the Gaza ceasefire ‘bridging proposal’, highlighting unresolved disputes and conditional troop withdrawals, with the US attempting to soften Israeli demands for a possible truce.(read more)
Frequently Asked Questions
Here are some common questions asked about this news
What is Hamas currently considering regarding the Gaza conflict?
Hamas is evaluating new proposals from mediators to end the conflict.
What conditions does Hamas require for an agreement in Gaza?
Hamas demands Israeli military withdrawal, blockade termination, aid access, Gaza rebuilding, and a hostage swap.
Has Hamas changed its demands in the Gaza conflict negotiations?
No, Hamas has not shifted its existing demands.
What is Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu’s stance on the Gaza conflict?
Netanyahu insists the conflict ends only when Hamas is dismantled.
What humanitarian aspects are included in Hamas’ conditions?
Hamas wants unrestricted humanitarian aid and facilitates rebuilding of Gaza.
