Hamas 'would release hostages in exchange for 3,000 prisoners' - Breaking news. The Wall Street Journal (WSJ) reported this, citing Egyptian sources.

However - according to the same sources - Hamas still demands the release of prisoners in Israel sentenced to long sentences and that the discussion of a permanent ceasefire begins at the beginning of a 6-week truce. In this case - if negotiations continue - the release Of all hostages will continue, the WSJ reported, citing sources in Egypt.