Hamas Agrees to Release 10 Hostages in Gaza Ceasefire Talks, but Criticizes Israel for “Complicating Negotiations”

Kokcha News Agency: Hamas has announced its willingness to release 10 hostages as part of ongoing ceasefire negotiations in Gaza. However, the group has criticized Israel for “complicating the talks,” stating that critical issues such as the delivery of humanitarian aid, the withdrawal of Israeli troops from Gaza, and guarantees for a lasting ceasefire are still under discussion.

Hamas officials emphasized that Israel’s stance has made the negotiations more difficult, and that resolving these key issues is essential for reaching a ceasefire agreement.

Diplomatic Efforts Continue
Diplomatic contacts between the parties are ongoing, and there is cautious optimism about the possibility of a ceasefire in Gaza.

Trump: “An Agreement Could Be Reached This Week”
Meanwhile, U.S. President Donald Trump has expressed optimism about the ceasefire talks, stating that an agreement could be reached “this week or next week.” Trump highlighted the increased momentum in diplomatic efforts and suggested that a breakthrough is likely in the coming days.