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Hamas Signals Flexibility Amid Hostage Negotiation Standoff

8/18/2025

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Hamas is reportedly open to a partial agreement in negotiations, indicating a potential change in position.
Israeli officials insist on the release of all hostages in a single phase before any agreement.
Prime Minister Netanyahu's office emphasizes demands for disarmament and a governing body without Hamas.
Protests are planned to commemorate 680 days since hostages were taken during the October 7 attack.

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Story summary

Hamas is reportedly open to a partial agreement in negotiations, indicating a potential change in position.
Israeli officials insist on the release of all hostages in a single phase before any agreement.
Prime Minister Netanyahu's office emphasizes demands for disarmament and a governing body without Hamas.
Protests are planned to commemorate 680 days since hostages were taken during the October 7 attack.