Hamas has accused Israel of repeatedly breaching the existing ceasefire agreement, citing delays in Palestinian return to northern Gaza, continued shelling and shooting, and insufficient aid access. As a result, Hamas has announced a postponement of further Israeli hostage releases until Israel fulfills its commitments under the ceasefire.
Hamas has announced a delay in the release of remaining Israel i hostages, accusing Israel of repeatedly violating the terms of the ceasefire agreement over the past three weeks. The group claims Israel has delayed the return of Palestinians to northern Gaza , continued shelling and shooting at Palestinians, and failed to permit adequate aid into the territory.
Hamas stated that further hostage releases would be contingent upon Israel's full compliance with the ceasefire agreement and compensation for the breaches. 'The delay in the release of prisoners serves as a warning message to the occupation, and to exert pressure for the full compliance with the agreement's terms,' Hamas said in a statement. This announcement has heightened tensions and triggered a response from Israel. Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz condemned Hamas's actions as a 'complete violation' of the ceasefire agreement and hostage release deal. He instructed the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) to operate at the highest alert level, preparing for potential scenarios in Gaza and safeguarding civilian communities. Protests erupted in Tel Aviv, with hundreds of Israelis blocking roads in the commercial capital, expressing their frustration at the latest setback in the hostage release process. Negotiations for the second phase of the ceasefire, scheduled to commence after the current agreement expires on March 2, are underway in Qatar. This phase aims to see Hamas release all remaining hostages and establish a 'sustainable calm' between the two sides. However, doubts are mounting regarding the feasibility of reaching this agreement, especially in light of President Donald Trump's controversial plan, which involves the forcible relocation of nearly 2 million Gazans. Egyptian officials have reportedly expressed concerns that Hamas no longer considers the United States a reliable guarantor for the deal due to Trump's stated intentions to transform Gaza into a real estate development
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