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Israel Warns of Military Action While Hostage Negotiations with Hamas Continue

Israeli defense officials indicate that a new military operation is on the horizon unless hostages are freed, which complicates current ceasefire negotiations.
Israel has issued a warning of possible military action against Hamas, with Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz declaring that the country will start a "new" war if the militant group does not release hostages by the weekend.

This statement arises as Hamas has reiterated its refusal to yield to U.S. and Israeli pressures under the terms of a fragile truce.

The ongoing discussions are being facilitated by Qatar and Egypt, who are striving to uphold a ceasefire agreement that began last month, facilitating the release of Israeli captives in return for Palestinians held by Israel.

Despite the ceasefire, which has stopped more than 15 months of violence, tensions remain elevated as both sides have been unable to finalize subsequent phases of the agreement, resulting in mutual accusations of breaches and increasing fears of renewed conflict.

The approaching deadline for the sixth hostage-prisoner exchange has heightened these tensions, with Katz stressing that Israel would respond if Hamas does not comply.

Hamas asserts that the release of hostages is dependent on Israel's adherence to the truce, with spokesperson Hazem Qassem claiming that threats would not sway their position.

Negotiations are ongoing in Cairo, where Hamas's chief negotiator is reportedly involved in talks to oversee the implementation of the truce.

Mediators from Egypt and Qatar are ramping up efforts to preserve the ceasefire amid deteriorating conditions and rising fears of escalating violence.

UN Secretary-General António Guterres has called on Hamas to proceed with the release of hostages and to maintain the ceasefire in order to avert further hostility.

Furthermore, the International Committee of the Red Cross has urged the continuation of the ceasefire, stating that hundreds of thousands of lives depend on the ongoing peace negotiations.

Controversially, former U.S. President Donald Trump has suggested a plan to displace the population of Gaza in the event of renewed hostilities, a proposal described as "revolutionary" by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu but one that experts caution may violate international law.

This proposal has sparked calls for global protests against perceived displacement efforts by Hamas.

The current conflict, which escalated after Hamas's attack on Israel in October 2023, has led to significant casualties—Israeli reports indicate 1,211 deaths, mostly civilians, and 251 hostages taken by Hamas, of whom 73 are still held captive.

In response, Israeli military operations have resulted in the deaths of over 48,222 individuals in Gaza, largely civilians, according to figures from the Hamas-run health ministry, which the UN regards as credible.

As the situation unfolds, attention remains on the hostages, the integrity of the truce, and the chances for a peaceful resolution amidst ongoing strife.
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