Israel has notified Hamas of the “option for an extension” in the Gaza Strip truce, expressing a desire to receive an additional 50 hostages. The terms allow the truce extension, with 10 hostages released for each extra day. Mediated by Qatar and Egypt, negotiations are ongoing, with Hamas signaling openness to prolonging the truce by “two to four days.” Disagreement arises over the extension’s mechanism, with Hamas preferring four days and Israel seeking a day-by-day approach. The Israeli government asserts that military pressure has compelled Hamas to agree to release hostages, with the campaign against Hamas resuming after the pause.
Israeli Government Offers Truce Extension Option to Hamas Amid Hostage Negotiations
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