In a dramatic twist in the ongoing conflict, Hamas has set clear conditions for the release of an Israeli prisoner with U.S. citizenship and the return of the bodies of four other hostages. Their demands? Opening the Rafah Crossing, ensuring essential aid flows into the Gaza Strip, and extending the ceasefire by about two months.
A Hamas delegation arrived in Cairo on Friday to kick off these high-stakes negotiations. An informed Egyptian source told Xinhua that the group pushed for a direct transition to the next phase of ceasefire talks—aiming for a permanent end to hostilities.
This development unfolds amid a three-phase Gaza ceasefire deal brokered by Egypt, Qatar, and the U.S. that began on January 19. After the initial 42-day ceasefire expired on March 1, negotiations for the second phase have stalled, and since March 2, aid shipments have been blocked. 🚨
For young news enthusiasts and global trend-watchers, this story is more than just politics—it’s a real-life drama where negotiation and humanitarian needs collide. Stay tuned as this dynamic situation evolves, promising more twists than your favorite blockbuster! 🌐✨
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