In a surprising weekend move, Hamas announced on Friday that it is ready to "immediately" begin negotiations to free hostages under U.S. President Donald Trump's Gaza peace plan. After months of stalled mediation, the group's unexpected shift has reignited hopes for a breakthrough.
Meanwhile, Trump himself weighed in, saying he believes Hamas is "ready for a lasting peace". He urged Israel to pause its airstrikes on Gaza, calling for a calm that could pave the way for serious dialogue. In a tweet-like tone, the former president also thanked Arab leaders for helping to bring both sides to the table. 🙌
So what's next? Analysts say this could be a critical moment to push for a temporary ceasefire and work out a detailed roadmap for hostage releases. If both parties stick to these talks, we could see a much-needed pause in hostilities and a chance for humanitarian aid to reach civilians in Gaza.
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