Report: Hamas leaders in Gaza have offered long-term ceasefire to Israel

Hamas wants to tie the cease-fire to an easing of the blockade on Gaza, a green light for large-scale infrastructure projects and a prisoner exchange.

Hamas Chief Ismail Haniyeh attends a rally marking the 30th anniversary of Hamas' founding, in Gaza City December 14, 2017

Hamas Chief Ismail Haniyeh attends a rally marking the 30th anniversary of Hamas' founding, in Gaza City December 14, 2017

(photo credit: MOHAMMED SALEM/REUTERS)

ByJTA

MAY 7, 2018 17:15

Updated: MAY 7, 2018 17:46

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