Hamas has reportedly offered a new deal to Israel, proposing the release of six Israeli hostages in exchange for a significant number of Palestinian prisoners. The proposal, which includes the remains of Shiri Bibas and her two young children, comes amid ongoing negotiations over a broader ceasefire agreement and prisoner swap.
The militant group has suggested that Israel release several high-profile Palestinian detainees in return for the hostages. While specific details of the proposed exchange remain unclear, sources indicate that Hamas is seeking the release of individuals serving lengthy sentences in Israeli prisons.
Israeli officials have not publicly responded to the offer, but government sources suggest that any potential deal would require Hamas to provide verifiable proof that all hostages are alive and well. The situation remains highly sensitive, with families of the hostages urging the government to prioritize their return while security officials weigh the potential risks of such an agreement.
Shiri Bibas and her children were among the hostages taken during Hamas’s October 7 attack on Israel. Their fate has been a focal point in the ongoing conflict, with conflicting reports about their well-being emerging over the past few months. The latest proposal marks a shift in negotiations, but the path forward remains uncertain as both sides remain locked in a tense standoff.
As discussions continue, international mediators are working to facilitate dialogue between Israel and Hamas, hoping to broker an agreement that could lead to the return of the hostages and a possible de-escalation of violence in the region.