I have mixed feelings about Gilad's situation.
It is very difficult for me to believe that he is still alive and well.
In my mind it impossible for me to fathom that the terrorists have kept this young man alive for more than 1000 plus days.
From most historical accounts of terrorists kidnapping Jews, especially Jewish soldiers, it is, for me, impossible to believe he is still alive.
The only way, I would even consider to negotiate with anyone for Gilad's release, is if there was a viable proof of life from him. Not some doctored video or note, that could be created to suit the terrorists' agenda.
Maybe, if they let a well-known reporter, journalist, or humanitarian actually meet with Gilad and see with their own eyes if this soldier is alive and well.
I'm tired of seeing the Israeli Government releasing extremely dangerous terrorists from prison, and in return, the terrorists return a couple of body bags without even the entire remains of their victims in those bags.
So, other than that, the only option Muslim terrorists understand in negotiating is death.
I would negotiate either release Gilad or the prisons will start to execute a terrorist everyday, until they decide to produce Gilad.
But, releasing terrorist prisoners from Israeli prisons would not even be an option on the negotiating table.