"Hamas Considers Hostage Deal with Israel Amid Prisoner Release Demands"

Hamas is demanding the release of 150 Palestinian prisoners for every female Israeli soldier freed from Gaza as part of a new cease-fire deal, which also includes the complete withdrawal of Israeli forces from the Gaza Strip. Israel, however, rejects these specific demands and insists on "absolute victory." The proposed deal involves a three-stage process, including the release of civilian hostages, female Israeli soldiers, and deceased Israeli troops' bodies in exchange for Palestinian prisoners. Negotiators are working towards finalizing the deal, with hopes of presenting it to Israel and Hamas by next week.