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Amid sensitive negotiations in Doha over a potential hostage deal, U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio said in an interview with CBS that Hamas remains the primary obstacle to ending the war in Gaza: \u201cThis war could end immediately if Hamas surrenders, disarms, and releases all hostages\u2014including the deceased. They chose to reject that offer.\u201d<\/p>\n

Hamas Proposal: Half the Hostages for Temporary Ceasefire<\/strong>
\nAccording to a report from Sky News Arabia, a Palestinian source involved in the indirect negotiations revealed that Hamas has proposed releasing half of the living hostages, along with the bodies of fallen captives, in return for a two-month ceasefire, immediate humanitarian aid shipments to Gaza, and U.S. guarantees of future negotiations to end the conflict.<\/p>\n

Hamas Requests U.S. Protection and Safe Exit for Leaders<\/strong>
\nThe same source stated that Hamas is demanding assurances that the ceasefire would lead to formal peace talks, uninterrupted humanitarian access, a guarantee of safe passage for top Hamas leaders and their families, and a commitment by the U.S. that Israel would not pursue them in the future. In what could be seen as a shift, Hamas has also expressed a willingness to discuss disarmament, but only after relinquishing governance in Gaza and beginning long-term negotiations.<\/p>\n

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Hamas operatives during past prisoner exchange operations | Photo: Rahim Khatib\/Flash90<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Rubio: \u201cHamas Has Rejected the Path to Peace for Months\u201d<\/strong>
\nSecretary Rubio reiterated that Israel has been clear from the outset: \u201cThe conflict could have ended long ago if Hamas had accepted disarmament and returned the hostages. They are the ones who continue to say no.\u201d<\/p>\n

No Breakthrough on the “Witkoff Framework”<\/strong>
\nIsraeli officials involved in the negotiations confirmed Saturday that Hamas has rejected the Witkoff framework\u2014a U.S.-backed proposal developed with international mediators.<\/p>\n

The plan included the immediate release of 10 living hostages on day one, a phased negotiation for remaining captives, and a partial ceasefire to accompany talks. But Israeli sources said Hamas \u201crefuses to accept the framework\u201d and is only willing to participate in general discussions\u2014with no clear commitments.<\/p>\n

\u201cThere is openness to dialogue,\u201d said one source, \u201cbut no breakthrough or binding agreement at this time.\u201d<\/p>\n

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IDF forces in Gaza | Photo: IDF Spokesperson\u2019s Unit<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Israeli Airstrikes Continue Amid Talks<\/strong>
\nMeanwhile, fighting in Gaza continues. Overnight, the Israeli Air Force reportedly struck a building in Jabalia, killing dozens, according to Palestinian sources. Additional casualties were reported in Deir al-Balah and Khan Younis. Israeli analysts suggest it is the military pressure that pushed Hamas back to the table. Defense Minister Israel Katz stated: \u201cWith the launch of the operation, the Hamas delegation returned to the negotiating table\u2014without demanding a humanitarian ceasefire in advance.\u201d<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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