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Hamas Claims Gaza Ceasefire Agreement Is 90% Complete and Closer Than Ever, Pending Israeli Conditions Before Year-End

Dec 21, 2024, 05:45 PM

Hamas and two other Palestinian groups have announced that a ceasefire agreement in the Gaza Strip is closer than ever, contingent on Israel refraining from imposing new conditions. Following a meeting in Cairo, representatives from Hamas indicated that significant progress has been made in negotiations, with most terms already agreed upon. The groups emphasized that the deal could be finalized before the end of the year if Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu does not introduce new stipulations. A Palestinian official involved in the discussions stated that the negotiations regarding a hostage release and ceasefire are approximately 90% complete. The ongoing talks involve mediation from American, Qatari, and Egyptian representatives.