Hamas has reportedly sent a letter to Donald Trump requesting a guaranteed 60-day ceasefire in Gaza, offering in exchange the release of half of the hostages it continues to hold. This move comes at a particularly critical moment, as the Israeli military operation “Swords of Gideon 2” is in full swing, with Israeli forces advancing deep into Gaza.
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The armed Palestinian organization is under pressure, with Benjamin Netanyahu’s government remaining unwavering in its strategy for the complete destruction of Hamas. The letter, which according to Fox News is currently in Qatar, is expected to be delivered to the former U.S. president within the week.
Hamas’s proposal to Trump
According to reports, Hamas is asking Donald Trump to assume the role of guarantor in a temporary ceasefire. In exchange, it commits to releasing approximately half of the total 48 hostages still being held in Gaza. This development reveals the critical nature of the situation for the organization, which is receiving the most severe blow in recent years.
Qatar, mediation and Israeli positions on Hamas
Qatar, which until recently was attempting to mediate, has frozen its efforts following the attack in Doha that targeted senior Hamas officials. For its part, the Israeli government has repeatedly stated that it will not accept any agreement that does not include the release of all 48 hostages, making Hamas’s proposal difficult to proceed.
The letter is expected to provoke strong reactions, as the Gaza conflict is at a breaking point and every move could determine the next developments.
