ISRAEL’S Bold Move: Ceasefire Hope Rises as Hamas Drags Feet
— Israel has agreed to a U.S.-backed plan for a 60-day ceasefire in Gaza, hoping to pause the fighting with Hamas. The deal calls for Hamas to release nine living hostages at first and return a total of 28 Israeli hostages, both alive and dead. In return, Israel would free 125 Palestinian prisoners and hand over the remains of 180 Palestinians.
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu told families of the hostages about Israel’s decision. He made it clear that if Hamas breaks the deal or talks fail, Israel will not hesitate to restart military action. Humanitarian aid would flow into Gaza once Hamas signs on.
Hamas has yet to agree, only saying that the plan is “under discussion.” Meanwhile, international pressure is growing as protests break out in London over Gaza’s ongoing crisis under blockade.
This deal could change everything if both sides follow through. But real hope depends on whether Hamas will finally give a straight answer or keep stalling while lives hang in the balance.
