Israel proposes 2-month ceasefire for hostage release
OAN’s Elizabeth Volberding
6:20 PM – Monday, January 22, 2024
Israel Presents Proposal to Hamas for Hostage Release and Ceasefire
According to two Israeli officials, Israel has presented Hamas with a proposal through Egyptian and Qatari mediators that calls for a multi-phase agreement that would see the release of all hostages still held in Gaza in exchange for a two-month ceasefire.
The Monday proposal is the longest ceasefire Israel has offered to Hamas since the war began. According to reports, the proposal does not include an agreement to completely end the conflict.
If it is agreed upon, the deal would see the return of hostages, dead and alive, in stages.
According to officials, women and men over 60-years-old, and hostages in critical medical condition would be released in the first phase. The following phases would see female soldiers, men under the age of 60 who are not soldiers, Israeli male soldiers, and the bodies of hostages return back to Israel.
It’s reported that Israel has suggested that the total pause for the completion of the hostage releases in each of the phases could last up to two months.
Over 130 Israeli hostages are believed to still be held in Gaza. Israeli authorities have stated that since they were taken on October 7th, multiple hostages have died while being held captive. The exact number of hostages who are alive is not known.
In addition to a ceasefire with Gaza, the proposed agreement would require Israel and Hamas to agree ahead of time on the number of Palestinian prisoners that would be released for each Israeli hostage in each category.
Israeli officials also stated that as the agreement is being carried out, Israel would allow a gradual return of Palestinian civilians to Gaza City and to the northern Gaza Strip by redeploying Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) out of main population centers.
Israeli officials stated that the proposal makes it clear that Israel will not consent to an end of hostilities or to the release of all 6,000 Palestinian inmates from Israeli prisons. However, Israeli officials announced that they are ready to free a substantial number of Palestinian prisoners if Hamas agrees to the proposal.
For weeks, mediators from Qatar and Egypt have been attempting to close the differences between the two parties in order to move the negotiations closer to a deal.
United States officials have stated that coming to such an agreement might be the only way to bring about a ceasefire in Gaza.
According to White House National Security Council spokesperson John Kirby, President Biden is in support ceasefire.
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What role do international mediators and the support of the United States play in the ongoing negotiations between Israel and Hamas for a lasting ceasefire
Israel Presents Proposal to Hamas for Hostage Release and Ceasefire
In a significant development, Israel has presented Hamas with a proposal through Egyptian and Qatari mediators, aiming to secure the release of all hostages still held in Gaza. This proposal also calls for a two-month ceasefire between the two parties. According to Israeli officials, the proposal is a multi-phase agreement that seeks to bring an end to the ongoing conflict.
The ceasefire proposal, made on Monday, is the longest one Israel has offered to Hamas since the war began. However, it is important to note that the proposal does not include a complete resolution of the conflict.
If agreed upon, the deal would involve the return of hostages, both alive and deceased, in stages. The first phase would prioritize the release of women, men over 60 years old, and hostages in critical medical condition. Subsequent phases would involve the release of female soldiers, men under 60 years old who are not soldiers, Israeli male soldiers, and the bodies of hostages.
It is reported that each phase of the hostage releases could take up to two months to complete. Currently, it is estimated that there are still over 130 Israeli hostages being held in Gaza. Tragically, since their capture on October 7th, some hostages have lost their lives, though the exact number of surviving hostages remains unknown.
Furthermore, as part of the proposed agreement, Israel and Hamas would need to agree on the number of Palestinian prisoners to be released in exchange for each Israeli hostage in each category. This aspect of the agreement aims to create a balanced and fair resolution.
In addition to the hostage release and ceasefire, the proposed agreement also outlines the gradual return of Palestinian civilians to Gaza City and the northern Gaza Strip. The Israeli Defense Forces would redeploy out of major population centers, facilitating the return of normalcy for the people of Gaza.
The proposal makes it clear that Israel cannot agree to an end of hostilities or the release of all 6,000 Palestinian inmates from Israeli prisons. However, Israeli officials have expressed willingness to free a substantial number of Palestinian prisoners if Hamas agrees to the proposal.
Mediators from Qatar and Egypt have been tirelessly working to bridge the gaps between the two parties and bring the negotiation closer to a deal. It is believed by United States officials that reaching an agreement may be the only viable path to achieve a lasting ceasefire in Gaza.
The White House has expressed its support for a ceasefire, with President Biden’s administration championing the efforts to put an end to the hostilities.
In summary, the latest proposal presented by Israel to Hamas offers hope for the release of hostages and the establishment of a two-month ceasefire. While the proposal does not aim to resolve the entire conflict, it is seen as a significant step towards ending the violence and bringing stability to the region. The involvement of international mediators and the support of the United States indicate a growing commitment to finding a peaceful and lasting resolution.
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