Hamas is pushing for the release of Marwan Barghouti, a powerful Fatah leader serving multiple life sentences in Israel, as part of a potential ceasefire and hostage exchange deal. This surprising demand has reportedly been accepted by mediators, including the U.S., as they work to finalize an agreement that could bring relief to both Gaza and the families of hostages. Barghouti, a popular figure among Palestinians, could play a crucial role in the future of the region if this deal goes through. The question now is whether Israel will agree to this bold move.

Hamas has made a big demand in ongoing talks with Israel: they want Marwan Barghouti, a high-profile Palestinian leader, to be released from prison in the first phase of a proposed ceasefire and hostage exchange deal. Barghouti is currently serving five life sentences in Israel for his role in attacks during the Second Intifada that killed five Israelis. 

According to a report from Sky News Arabia, mediators, inclu...