Israel is seeking the release of 34 hostages as part of a proposed 42-day cease-fire agreement with Hamas. CIA chief William Burns has arrived in Qatar to facilitate negotiations between the two sides, but progress is still uncertain.
According to an Israeli source, gaps in talks can be bridged, but a final decision rests with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. The prime minister’s stance on the issue remains unclear, although it appears he wants to halt the deal.
Burns’ visit aims to complete the agreement within a few days. However, no concrete details have been released about the terms of the proposed release. As negotiations continue, Israel’s demands for hostages’ freedom remain a pressing concern.
Source: https://www.haaretz.com/israel-news/2024-12-18/ty-article/.premium/palestinians-israel-wants-34-hostages-freed-42-day-cease-fire-in-deals-first-stage/00000193-db6b-d7f6-abf7-df7f3dd10000