Israel and the Islamist group Hamas responded “positively” to a proposal by Egypt and Qatar to extend the ceasefire in the Gaza Strip, saying this would mean an extension for another four days “under the same circumstances”, according to a report source. Egyptian security at the EFE agency.
The senior source said on condition of anonymity that this proposal is “close to final approval.” and plans to extend the ceasefire for another four days, during which Hamas would release another 40 Israeli hostages and Israel would release “more Palestinian prisoners from its prisons.”
The extension of the ceasefire would also extend to facilitating access to more humanitarian aid and fuel for the entire Gaza Strip, the informant said, stressing that “all parties reaffirm their desire to continue the ceasefire” to prolong fires.”
The source noted that both Egypt and Qatar maintained “intensive contacts” on Saturday and Sunday in coordination with the United States, Israel and Hamas “persuasion.”
He also noted that Israel was willing to accept the proposal because of the “strong pressure from the families” of the hostages by Hamas, which the government of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is facing.
Thanks to mediation by Qatar, Egypt and the United States, Israel and Hamas reached an agreement this week to exchange a total of 50 hostages for 150 prisoners during the four-day ceasefire in the Gaza Strip, which began on Friday and continues without incident. despite the delay in yesterday’s publications.
The ceasefire could be extended for more days if Hamas commits to peace. Delivery of a minimum of ten prisoners per day, as agreed between the parties.
This Sunday, Egypt said 13 Israeli hostages will be released by Hamas. Today, Israel will release 39 Palestinian prisoners from its prisons, while confirming that the ceasefire will continue “until the third day without any obstacles.”
Hamas subsequently announced the release of a hostage of Russian nationality, in gratitude for the efforts of Russian President Vladimir Putin.
This was reported by Taher al Nunu, press chief of Hamas leader Ismail Haniye. Handover of the hostage to the International Committee of the Red Cross in statements to the Russian news agency TASS.
Hamas pointed this out in a statement published on Telegram “Recognition of the Russian position in support of the Palestinian cause.” Reason for the release of this Russian citizen.
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(With information from EFE and Europa Press)
Source: La Neta Neta
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