"Hamas Considers Hostage Release Deal to End Israel-Gaza Conflict"

Hamas leaders in Gaza and abroad are expected to move in a "positive direction" during negotiations for a hostage deal, introducing new key conditions and emphasizing the urgency of a complete ceasefire in the Gaza Strip. Reports suggest that the delay in Hamas's response is due to differences of opinion between the leadership in Gaza and abroad, with Israel expecting the agreement to include specific conditions and an extended ceasefire. However, a senior Hamas official denied reports of rejecting the deal, stating that earlier claims were incorrect.