"Hamas Leader Haniyeh Affirms Firm Stance on Hostage Deal Demands with Israel"

Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh stated that the group is maintaining its demands for a permanent ceasefire, complete Israeli withdrawal from Gaza, return of displaced individuals, aid for Gaza, reconstruction, lifting of the blockade, and an honorable prisoner exchange deal. Israel seeks a temporary truce to free hostages, while Hamas insists on a permanent end to the conflict.