Israel and Hamas are far apart on a Gaza cease-fire and hostage deal. What are the sticking points?
Israel and Hamas are examining proposed terms for a deal meant to bring about a cease-fire in the four-month-old war in the Gaza Strip in exchange for the release of dozens of hostages who are still held captive there
By TIA GOLDENBERG
Published - Feb 07, 2024, 02:21 PM ET
Last Updated - Feb 07, 2024, 02:21 PM EST
JERUSALEM (AP) — Israel and Hamas are examining proposed terms for a deal meant to bring about a cease-fire in the 4-month-old war in the Gaza Strip in exchange for the release of dozens of hostages still held there and the freeing of many Palestinians from Israeli prisons.
The two sides remain far apart on conditions. Mediators Qatar, Egypt and the U.S. are working to bridge the gaps. Here is a look at what each side wants:
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WHAT ISRAEL WANTS: To remove Hamas from power in Gaza.
