Hamas demands 'written guarantees' of Israel's commitment to ceasefire - report

Hamas requested written guarantees of Israel’s commitment to a ceasefire as Trump’s envoys Jared Kushner and Steve Witkoff joined negotiations in Egypt amid cautious optimism from mediators.

A Hamas terrorist shakes hands with a child as they stand guard as people gather on the day of the handover of hostages; illustrative.

A Hamas terrorist shakes hands with a child as they stand guard as people gather on the day of the handover of hostages; illustrative.

(photo credit: Ramadan Abed/Reuters)

ByAMICHAI STEIN

OCTOBER 8, 2025 17:02