"Former Israeli Chiefs Urge Expulsion Offer to Hamas for Hostage Release"

Commanders for Israel's Security (CIS) has proposed to the Israeli government to offer Hamas leaders expulsion, along with Palestinian security prisoners, in exchange for the return of Israeli hostages. The proposal aims to resolve the contradictory goals of defeating Hamas and rescuing the hostages. The details of the offer, such as the number of Hamas officials to be expelled and the inclusion of Islamic Jihad leaders, would need to be decided by the government. The recommendation also suggests allowing thousands of Palestinian security prisoners to leave, potentially to a third country. The proposal includes conditions for humanitarian assistance, prevention of weapon smuggling, and IDF deployment for Gaza reconstruction. If Hamas rejects the offer, it could ease pressure for a premature ceasefire and demonstrate the government's initiative.