Israel and Mediators Finalize Draft for Gaza Hostage-Ceasefire Deal; Await Hamas’ Response
Key Developments:
• Israel and mediators (Qatar, Egypt, and the United States) have agreed on a draft agreement for a hostage exchange and ceasefire deal in Gaza.
• The draft has been forwarded to Hamas for review, according to two senior Israeli officials and a source familiar with the negotiations.
• Mohammed Sinwar, the leader of Hamas’s military wing in Gaza, is expected to make the final decision regarding Hamas’ response.
Timeline:
• Mediators are expecting Hamas’ response within 24 hours, which will determine the agreement’s outcome.
• An Israeli official stated: “It seems that we are headed for a deal. Israel has been very flexible in recent days on a number of issues, but we are awaiting Hamas’ response and only then will we know for sure.”
The negotiations mark a pivotal moment in efforts to secure calm and address humanitarian concerns in Gaza.
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