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The most hopeful news emerges from Gaza, where recent concessions by Hamas may pave the way for a ceasefire. According to sources who spoke exclusively with the Wall Street Journal, Hamas has agreed to two major Israeli demands: allowing Israeli forces to remain temporarily in Gaza after fighting ceases and promising not to operate on the Palestinian side of the Rafa Crossing between Egypt and Gaza. These are significant shifts after months of deadlock.
Furthermore, Hamas has handed over a list of hostages—potentially including American citizens, women, the elderly, and those with medical conditions—to mediators in Cairo and Qatar. The terror group has also committed to turning over the bodies of five fallen hostages, signaling a possible move toward de-escalation.