Hamas Commits to Free 10 Hostages, Return 18 Bodies in Ceasefire Push
Sarah Johnson
May 31, 2025
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Hamas agrees to release 10 living hostages and 18 bodies in exchange for Palestinian prisoners, aiming for a ceasefire and aid flow to Gaza.
In a significant development, Hamas has announced its agreement to release ten living hostages and return the bodies of 18 others, a move contingent on the exchange of Palestinian prisoners. This decision, revealed on Saturday, aims to pave the way for a permanent ceasefire in the region.
The militant group’s statement follows a proposal by U.S. Special Envoy Steve Witkoff, who has yet to respond publicly. Hamas emphasized that the deal aligns with goals of a full withdrawal from Gaza and ensuring aid reaches families in need.
With 58 hostages currently held in Gaza, Israeli intelligence estimates 34 are deceased, leaving about 24 alive. This exchange marks a critical step, though the broader path to peace remains complex and fraught.
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Editor's Comments
Hamas and negotiators are playing a high-stakes game of 'prisoner poker'—ten lives and 18 souls on the table, all betting on a ceasefire. Wonder if Steve Witkoff’s proposal comes with a 'get out of Gaza free' card? One thing’s clear: peace is a tougher hostage to free than any on this list!
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