Hamas is prepared to advance to the final stages of a ceasefire agreement in Gaza, emphasizing the need for an enduring truce, troop withdrawal, and reconstruction. As the first phase of the truce ends, negotiations for a permanent solution have been inconclusive, with Hamas rejecting extensions of the current phase under proposed Israeli terms.
On March 1, 2025, Hamas announced its readiness to proceed with the final stages of a ceasefire agreement in Gaza, with the initial phase concluding amidst uncertainty regarding future negotiations. The group emphasized its commitment to achieving a comprehensive and permanent ceasefire, which includes the complete withdrawal of Israeli forces, the reconstruction of Gaza, and the lifting of the blockade. This statement was made in a letter addressed to an upcoming Arab League summit regarding Gaza.
The initial phase of the truce, established after an extensive conflict initiated by Hamas’s attack on Israel on October 7, 2023, is set to conclude on Saturday. Following this, discussions aimed at implementing a long-term ceasefire have yet to yield conclusive outcomes, as expressed by Hamas, which rejected proposals for extending the current phase under the terms suggested by Israel. The group reiterated demands for mediators to ensure Israel’s adherence to the complete agreement.
Hamas has expressed its readiness to advance to the next stages of the ceasefire deal, emphasizing key demands for a full ceasefire, troop withdrawal, and reconstruction efforts in Gaza. Despite ongoing negotiations and international mediation, there remains significant uncertainty about the future steps of the agreement. The group’s insistence on rejecting foreign intervention highlights the complexities surrounding the peace process.
Original Source: jordantimes.com
