Hamas has confirmed its commitment to the ongoing ceasefire and announced plans to release three Israeli hostages on Saturday. However, tensions remain high as both Hamas and Israel accuse each other of violating the terms of the agreement.
Israel Warns of Military Action if Hostages Are Not Released
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has stated that if all hostages are not freed by Saturday, Israel will cancel the ceasefire and resume military operations in Gaza. In response, Hamas leaders have reportedly gone into hiding in anticipation of potential Israeli strikes.
Mediation Efforts to Maintain Ceasefire
Egypt and Qatar are actively mediating between the two sides to prevent the collapse of the ceasefire. They are working to address concerns and ensure that both Hamas and Israel comply with the terms of the agreement.
Uncertainty Over Future Developments
The coming days will be critical in determining whether the ceasefire holds or if hostilities resume. International efforts continue to focus on preventing further conflict while facilitating the safe return of hostages.