Hamas has agreed to release Edan Alexander, the last American hostage believed to be alive in Gaza, alongside four other dual citizens. This proposal aims to extend the Gaza ceasefire by 50 days, contingent on negotiations regarding the withdrawal of Israeli troops and further hostage releases. Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu remains skeptical, accusing Hamas of manipulation and delaying progress. The situation is intensified by external pressures, particularly from the Trump administration advocating for a ceasefire extension but may clash with Netanyahu's hardline stance against Hamas.
Hamas has agreed to release Edan Alexander, an American-Israeli dual national, along with four other dual citizens, to extend the Gaza ceasefire.
The release of Edan Alexander would mark a significant move by Hamas aimed at incentivizing negotiations with Israel regarding a broader ceasefire.
Netanyahu's government has accused Hamas of utilizing manipulative tactics, announcing a ministerial meeting to evaluate the proposal for hostages' release.
The ongoing strain in negotiations is influenced by external pressures, including the involvement of the Trump administration advocating for a ceasefire extension.
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