At issue is the militant group’s demand that Israel allow fuel deliveries into Gaza, according to officials familiar with the talks.
Hamas, which the U.S. has designated a terrorist organization, said it was releasing the two hostages on humanitarian grounds.
Hamas, Qatar, Egypt, and Israel have been negotiating the release of more captives in return for a steady flow of humanitarian aid, including fuel.
Israeli officials have said they want all hostages freed before permitting fuel deliveries,
