Hamas warned Thursday (March 6) that some hostages were “likely to be killed” if Israel resorts to resuming the war. Hamas spokesman Abu Obeida stated that Israeli threats of war and blockade would not lead to the release of hostages
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The US has reportedly proposed a deal to the Palestinian militant organisation Hamas involving a 60-day ceasefire with Israel in exchange for 10 living captives, Sky News Arabia has reported, citing sources.
The source said: “Washington asked Hamas to release ten hostages… in exchange for extending the ceasefire for sixty days, starting negotiations on the second phase and the position of Israeli forces along the Philadelphi Corridor.”
The entry of humanitarian aid into the Gaza Strip would also be resumed under the deal, the source added.
It was not clear when the US made this offer to Hamas, but the source said the militant group was pondering over it.
“Hamas is still considering its response to the American proposal,” said the source.
‘Hostages likely to be killed’
Meanwhile, Hamas warned Thursday (March 6) that some hostages were “likely to be killed” if Israel resorts to resuming the war.
Hamas spokesman Abu Obeida stated that Israeli threats of war and blockade would not lead to the release of hostages.
He also claimed that Hamas remains committed to the ceasefire agreement and hostage deal with Israel.
Currently, 59 Israeli hostages are still being held in Gaza following the first phase of the truce. The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) have confirmed that at least 35 of them have died.