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Hamas says ready to release all Israeli captives

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Twiglets1 · 03/10/2025 21:08

Reported in Al Jazeera:

The Palestinian group says that, in order to end Israel’s war on Gaza and a complete withdrawal of Israeli forces from the enclave, it is ready to release all Israeli captives – both those who are living and dead – according to the exchange plan outlined in Trump’s proposal.

“In this context, the movement affirms its readiness to immediately enter into negotiations through the mediators to discuss the details of this agreement,” Hamas said in a statement shared on Telegram.

It also said it agrees to hand over the administration of Gaza to an independent body of Palestinian technocrats, “based on Palestinian national consensus and Arab and Islamic support”.

“Other issues mentioned in President Trump’s proposal regarding the future of the Gaza Strip and the legitimate rights of the Palestinian people are connected to a unified national position and relevant international laws and resolutions,” Hamas said.

They “will be addressed through a comprehensive Palestinian national framework, in which Hamas will participate and contribute responsibly”.

www.aljazeera.com/news/liveblog/2025/10/3/live-israel-blows-up-gaza-city-homes-as-palestinians-ordered-to-flee

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Beachtastic · 08/10/2025 21:23

It would be hard to imagine Hamas not finding a way to get its claws into a naive mission such as this.

https://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/2025/06/09/zaher-birawi-hamas-operative-greta-thunbergs-gaza-flotilla/

Hamas says ready to release all Israeli captives
MissyB1 · 08/10/2025 21:06

Twiglets1 · 08/10/2025 16:46

Does Hamas have anything to do with the war in Gaza?

Most people would say Yes so that’s why they should be acknowledged not ignored.

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Hamas have nothing to do with Greta and she has nothing to do with them - I’m saying it again for those who are hard of hearing!!
If you know of any link she has with Hamas please do share. She is under no obligation whatsoever to talk about an organisation that she is not part of.

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Twiglets1 · 08/10/2025 16:46

MissyB1 · 08/10/2025 13:22

Why do you seem to think Greta is responsible for Hamas behaviour/actions? Why does she need to make any statements about them?? Greta was trying to get aid to innocent starving Palestinians, she wasn’t focused on Hamas, they are nothing to do with her, she is nothing to do with them.

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Does Hamas have anything to do with the war in Gaza?

Most people would say Yes so that’s why they should be acknowledged not ignored.

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Craftysue · 08/10/2025 13:25

I sincerely hope this is true but I won't be convinced until they're back in Israel. I hope the handover happens privately especially if coffins are sadly needed. The previous hand overs were disgusting.
Hopefully this is the start of a genuine peace for all affected

MissyB1 · 08/10/2025 13:22

TicklishMauveSquid · 08/10/2025 11:47

Shame she didn’t say Hamas should get a move on, release the hostages, and accept the peace deal then.

She seems to want to talk a lot about the suffering of Palestinians without mentioning Hamas at all.

Why do you think that is?

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Why do you seem to think Greta is responsible for Hamas behaviour/actions? Why does she need to make any statements about them?? Greta was trying to get aid to innocent starving Palestinians, she wasn’t focused on Hamas, they are nothing to do with her, she is nothing to do with them.

DrPrunesqualer · 08/10/2025 13:18

Updates on sky news

Hamas says ready to release all Israeli captives
Hamas says ready to release all Israeli captives
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Twiglets1 · 08/10/2025 12:34

Though I also agree with @TicklishMauveSquid that she could have mentioned Hamas rather than focusing purely on Israel’s faults as she sees them.

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Twiglets1 · 08/10/2025 12:32

DrPrunesqualer · 08/10/2025 11:37

Actually whatever anyone thinks about Greta she was spot on in her press interview when she was released . She stated she wasn’t interested in talking about conditions and treatment whilst in jail. She stated the current focus should be only on an end to the war and getting aid into Gaza

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Yes I did think she handled the interview much better than some of the others. The attention should be kept on the cause, surely.

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TicklishMauveSquid · 08/10/2025 11:47

DrPrunesqualer · 08/10/2025 11:37

Actually whatever anyone thinks about Greta she was spot on in her press interview when she was released . She stated she wasn’t interested in talking about conditions and treatment whilst in jail. She stated the current focus should be only on an end to the war and getting aid into Gaza

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Shame she didn’t say Hamas should get a move on, release the hostages, and accept the peace deal then.

She seems to want to talk a lot about the suffering of Palestinians without mentioning Hamas at all.

Why do you think that is?

DrPrunesqualer · 08/10/2025 11:37

Twiglets1 · 08/10/2025 08:03

As far as I'm concerned Yvonne is just a distraction. Whether you agree with the Flotilla or not, at this point in time it is the peace plan discussions that should be the main focus not the continued irrelevance of the people on board the flotilla who are causing all sorts of additional drama which is really not needed at the moment. Hopefully one of them will make a statement very soon confirming that they want the media to focus on the peace plan not whether Greta's bed was too hard or Yvonne has decided to start eating again or whatever.

Actually whatever anyone thinks about Greta she was spot on in her press interview when she was released . She stated she wasn’t interested in talking about conditions and treatment whilst in jail. She stated the current focus should be only on an end to the war and getting aid into Gaza

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Twiglets1 · 08/10/2025 11:23

Beachtastic · 08/10/2025 11:13

Yes, and sometimes a blustery fool is a good thing to throw into the mix. Based on work meetings, it is sometimes easier to agree to something than explain the complexities to someone who simply cannot understand them!

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Beachtastic · 08/10/2025 11:13

Twiglets1 · 08/10/2025 10:58

I agree in this context it might be a good thing that Trump is more focused on doing a deal than worrying about the deal being perfect.

Because the eventual deal could never be perfect for both sides anyway.

Compromise is needed (even for the winning side) if the peace is to last for any length of time.

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Yes, and sometimes a blustery fool is a good thing to throw into the mix. Based on work meetings, it is sometimes easier to agree to something than explain the complexities to someone who simply cannot understand them!

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Twiglets1 · 08/10/2025 10:58

Beachtastic · 08/10/2025 09:02

Trump sounded more buoyant, telling a joint press conference in Canada that “there is real chance we can do something. Once there is a deal, we have the power to guarantee it.”

Bless him, you can tell his background is in real estate. He's more focused on "deals" than obstacles. But that might be no bad thing!

I agree in this context it might be a good thing that Trump is more focused on doing a deal than worrying about the deal being perfect.

Because the eventual deal could never be perfect for both sides anyway.

Compromise is needed (even for the winning side) if the peace is to last for any length of time.

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Beachtastic · 08/10/2025 09:02

Trump sounded more buoyant, telling a joint press conference in Canada that “there is real chance we can do something. Once there is a deal, we have the power to guarantee it.”

Bless him, you can tell his background is in real estate. He's more focused on "deals" than obstacles. But that might be no bad thing!

EasternStandard · 08/10/2025 08:15

Thanks for updates @Twiglets1

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Twiglets1 · 08/10/2025 08:03

As far as I'm concerned Yvonne is just a distraction. Whether you agree with the Flotilla or not, at this point in time it is the peace plan discussions that should be the main focus not the continued irrelevance of the people on board the flotilla who are causing all sorts of additional drama which is really not needed at the moment. Hopefully one of them will make a statement very soon confirming that they want the media to focus on the peace plan not whether Greta's bed was too hard or Yvonne has decided to start eating again or whatever.

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NototerrorismIntheUK · 08/10/2025 07:59

There is quite enough going on in the conflict without activist's ramping up the drama of their own actions. It doesn't have to be all about them.

NototerrorismIntheUK · 08/10/2025 07:58

The 'missing' lady wasn't missing. Appears it wasn't true.

"Yvonne Ridley is “safe and accounted for”, her family have said, after claims spread that the journalist and activist was “missing” after being detained by Israeli forces.

In a statement shared with The National on Monday evening, her family said: “Yvonne is safe and accounted for.
“She remains on hunger strike and has not yet been given her regular medication
“She continues to stand firm in her principles and spirit. Please keep her in your thoughts and prayers – your messages of support mean a great deal.
“We are continuing to press for faster progress and clearer communication from those responsible.” "

She is responsible for her own hunger strike. She was responsible for getting on a flotilla and then getting herself involved in an active conflict. She may be 'older' but does she not hold any responsibility for her own actions? There are active very important talks going on the secure a peace plan surely that's really important to peace, assuming these people actually want an ongoing peace.

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Twiglets1 · 08/10/2025 07:53

Also reported in Ynet:

Alongside Kalın, U.S. special envoy Steve Witkoff, Trump adviser Jared Kushner and Strategic Affairs Minister Ron Dermer will arrive in Sharm el‑Sheikh on Wednesday. Qatar’s Prime Minister Mohammed Al Thani is also expected, according to Qatari reports.

Israeli officials, reflecting on the second day of negotiations, expressed “cautious optimism” and said the talks “are moving in a positive direction.” As ever, Trump sounded more buoyant, telling a joint press conference in Canada that “there is real chance we can do something. Once there is a deal, we have the power to guarantee it.”

An Egyptian source speaking to the Saudi-owned newspaper Asharq Al‑Awsat said a preliminary agreement may be reached as early as Thursday or Friday, with Trump then announcing it. The source said that if there are obstacles, the final decision might be delayed until Sunday at the latest.

The main sticking point, per the source, is the ongoing Israeli military operation; Hamas is pushing to set conditions that would allow it to deliver captives only after removals of checkpoints, Israeli withdrawal, flight suspensions or receiving hostages from other factions.

Despite the momentum, Hamas demands reported during negotiations suggest the path to agreement remains difficult. A senior Hamas official told Al Jazeera that, unlike Trump’s plan, the group opposes a partial withdrawal in exchange for all hostages. “The Hamas delegation emphasized that the release of the final hostage must be concurrent with the final withdrawal of Israeli forces. The delegation stresses the need for international guarantees for a permanent ceasefire and full withdrawal,” the official said.

https://www.ynetnews.com/article/h1znp1xaxx

Israel sees growing pressure on Hamas as Turkish spy chief enters talks

MIT director to meet Israeli, US officials in Sharm el-Sheikh amid cautious optimism over potential deal; Netanyahu marks Oct. 7 anniversary with vow to dismantle Hamas, as Trump pushes for breakthrough and Hamas demands full Israeli withdrawal before...

https://www.ynetnews.com/article/h1znp1xaxx

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Twiglets1 · 08/10/2025 07:47

The head of Turkey’s intelligence agency, İbrahim Kalın, is scheduled to arrive on Wednesday for the third day of talks.

Israel views his visit as a significant escalation of pressure on Hamas following U.S. President Donald Trump’s success in securing Turkish support for pushing his peace plan and drawing Hamas to the negotiating table.

In return for Turkey’s backing of Trump’s plan, it is slated to play a central role in Gaza’s reconstruction and in coordinating humanitarian aid into the enclave with Israel. Turkish officials have also told U.S. counterparts that they have made contact with two Hamas-affiliated groups holding Israeli captives — groups that had not previously been reachable.

The move could mark a turning point in restoring Turkey‑Israel relations, potentially lifting trade sanctions, resuming Turkish air links and reinstating diplomatic representation. Observers familiar with the negotiations believe Trump’s ability to enlist Turkey was instrumental in persuading Hamas to agree to talks.

Israeli officials expect that should Hamas resist, it would face pressure from Turkey and Qatar to expel its leadership from Doha and Istanbul — a setback from which the organization might struggle to recover.

https://www.ynetnews.com/article/h1znp1xaxx

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TicklishMauveSquid · 07/10/2025 21:14

NewGirlInTown · 07/10/2025 19:40

The International Red Cross have done fuck all to support the hostages in the last two years.
No ‘humanitarian’ liaison whatsoever.
Useless, biased organisation.

Absolutely. They even blatantly said No to delivering a box of vital medications to hostages in a videoed meeting with Netanyahu near the beginning of the war. In the end it was months before any medications got in and they were not involved in that IIRC.

That was a trigger point for me to research the ‘neutrality’ of these NGOs and the UN, which was a quite shocking.

Mind you the Red Cross has got quite a history of not helping Jewish people anyway.

LakesLovely123 · 07/10/2025 19:56

DrPrunesqualer · 07/10/2025 19:45

That’s not true
Suggest you look up the work they have been doing
Heres some info from their website

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Yep. You're totally right. They facilitated the releases:

Hamas says ready to release all Israeli captives
DrPrunesqualer · 07/10/2025 19:45

NewGirlInTown · 07/10/2025 19:40

The International Red Cross have done fuck all to support the hostages in the last two years.
No ‘humanitarian’ liaison whatsoever.
Useless, biased organisation.

That’s not true
Suggest you look up the work they have been doing
Heres some info from their website

Hamas says ready to release all Israeli captives
Hamas says ready to release all Israeli captives
LakesLovely123 · 07/10/2025 19:42

NewGirlInTown · 07/10/2025 19:40

The International Red Cross have done fuck all to support the hostages in the last two years.
No ‘humanitarian’ liaison whatsoever.
Useless, biased organisation.

I don't know that they've been allowed contact with them have they? I thought the Israeli hostages location was secret?