Hamas says it will accept a ceasefire deal that includes the release of American Israeli hostage Edan Alexander.
Over the weekend, Hamas announced it would agree to a proposal from mediator states Egypt and Qatar. The deal includes the release of five hostages in exchange for Palestinian prisoners held by Israel, a pause in fighting for 50 days, and additional humanitarian aid into Gaza.
Israel has presented a counterproposal to the offer “in full coordination with the U.S.,” according to the prime minister’s office. The details of the counteroffer were not immediately released, but Israel news outlet Ynet News reports that Israel’s proposal requires the release of at least 10 hostages still being held in Gaza. There are 24 hostages still believed to be alive in Gaza. Hamas is also holding the bodies of an additional 35 hostages.
Alexander is the last…
