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Hamas: Ceasefire Deal Could Open Path to Ending War

Senior Hamas official Taher al-Nunu told Al-Arabi that negotiations center on three key issues: the number of prisoners to be released, an Israeli withdrawal, and the delivery of humanitarian aid. He described the mediators’ proposal as a compromise between Hamas and Israel’s positions. According to al-Nunu, the framework is for a partial deal meant to pave the way for a broader agreement, with full negotiations set to begin on the first day of a proposed 60-day ceasefire. Hamas hopes this pause could lead to a final arrangement to end the war. He also said the outline includes American and international guarantees to ensure the ceasefire holds while talks continue. Asked about Gaza’s future governance and potential demilitarization, al-Nunu declined to give a direct answer, stating only that Hamas “will not abandon Gaza to be a hostage or a victim.” (Osint).