Hamas rejects deal with Israel for another humanitarian moratorium that would have allowed a prisoner-for-hostage exchange

The head of the political office of the Islamist group Hamas, Ismail HaniyehSeveral plans to achieve a ceasefire in the Gaza Strip were discussed with the head of Egyptian intelligence, General Abbas Kamel, in Cairo today. 40 rejected the release of civilians The Israelis in exchange for a temporary ceasefire, according to various sources.

Discussions between the two men included various proposals for an end to Israeli attacks against the Palestinian territories, including a temporary cease-fire of up to a week in exchange for Hamas releasing 40 Israeli prisoners. Women, children and non-military men, They informed the agency EFE Palestinian sources in Cairo spoke on condition of anonymity.

“If an understanding is reached on new categories and exchange standards, the agreement will be renewable,” he said, adding that these were “ideas discussed by the US administration.”

According to the same informant, after putting the proposals and conditions of Hamas and Israel on the table, the head of the political office of the Islamic group made it clear that he would present these options. Yahya ChinwarHamas leader in the Gaza Strip, already Saleh Al Aroori, The vice president of formation said, “Because they are the ones who will make the decisions of this fight.”

But according to Wall Street Journal, Hamas rejected the offer. With this proposal, Israel sought to release the remaining hostages, children and the elderly in need Emergency medical treatment. In return, the Israeli military would suspend ground and air operations in Gaza for a week and allow more humanitarian aid into the enclave, Egyptian officials said.

“Hamas’ rejection does not represent a failure in negotiations, but an attempt to do so,” the officials said Pressure Israel to make more concessions“, he clarified The Wall Street Journal.

On the other hand, the informed security source requested anonymity due to the sensitivity of the issue. EFE Developments in the meeting were “positive” and “reached serious steps to reach an agreement to end Israeli attacks on Gaza” and a prisoner exchange between Israel and Hamas.

According to this security source, Egypt has made great efforts in mediation to appease both sides, although it has hinted that there may be a pause in the case. “More than 4 days”.

He also stressed that “those gathered today sensed a clear desire on the part of the Hamas delegation to declare a ceasefire and implement a prisoner exchange,” while Egypt communicated the Israeli proposal and “real desire” to the Hamas delegation. to declare a cease-fire and a cease-fire.”

On the other hand, Palestinian evidence EFE A group led by the Secretary General of the Islamic Jihad Movement said, Ziyad Al NaqlaHe will arrive in Cairo early next week at the invitation of Egypt, “in the framework of discussions aimed at ending hostilities and occupation, a cease-fire and reaching a comprehensive exchange agreement with Israel.”

Haniyeh is expected to attend a tripartite meeting next Saturday, which includes Al Naqla and Abbas Kamel.

Hamas warned yesterday We will not negotiate the release of hostages while Israel’s military offensive continues in the Gaza Strip. But they were open to “any initiative that would contribute to ending the occupation against our people and opening up avenues for aid and relief to the Palestinians.”

(with information from EFE)