In a recent video on Times of India from 0:52, Senior Hamas official Osama Hamdan has expressed support for international and regional mediation efforts to end the conflict in Gaza and facilitate a prisoner exchange agreement.
Speaking in a recent address, Hamdan highlighted the importance of coordinated global initiatives in breaking the current stalemate. “And here in this particular aspect, we welcomed the efforts made at the Arab, Islamic and international levels as well as President Trump’s efforts in that regard,” he said.
Hamdan indicated Hamas’s willingness to engage in dialogue aimed at advancing the exchange of prisoners between the group and Israel. “We said we are ready to enter into direct negotiations to carry out the exchange process and prepare the field conditions for that,” he added.
The remarks signal a rare opening for potential talks between Hamas and international mediators, as well as a pragmatic approach to addressing one of the most sensitive elements of the conflict. Hamdan’s statement suggests that Hamas views the prisoner exchange not only as a humanitarian issue but also as a step toward de-escalation.
He underscored that achieving progress on this front requires genuine commitment from all sides and a conducive environment for negotiations. “We need practical steps to create conditions that allow these talks to succeed,” he noted.
Hamdan’s acknowledgment of support for mediation from Arab, Islamic, and even U.S. actors—including President Donald Trump—underscores the broad international interest in resolving the crisis. His openness to direct negotiations marks a shift in tone that could provide momentum for diplomatic efforts.
Observers view prisoner exchanges as a critical confidence-building measure that could lay the foundation for broader agreements, including ceasefire arrangements and humanitarian relief operations.
Hamdan’s remarks come as humanitarian conditions in Gaza continue to deteriorate and as calls for urgent international action grow louder. By expressing readiness for talks and recognizing external mediation, he positioned Hamas as willing to cooperate on immediate humanitarian concerns while maintaining its broader political demands. See, More, Here>>>
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