The fragile Gaza ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas risks total collapse as disputes over hostage releases, aid access, and post-war plans escalate. Regional mediators Egypt and Qatar are urgently working to salvage the truce, with a Hamas delegation arriving in Cairo for crisis talks.
Netanyahu’s Hostage Ultimatum:
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu warned that if Hamas fails to release all remaining hostages by Saturday, Israel will resume “intense fighting.” Confusion persists over whether Israel demands all 76 captives or the final nine slated for release under the initial ceasefire terms.
Trump’s Gaza Takeover Plan Complicates Talks:
U.S. President Donald Trump’s controversial proposal for a U.S.-led Gaza takeover—excluding Palestinian residents—has shifted negotiations. Jordan’s King Abdullah rejected the idea, emphasizing support for Palestinians to remain in Gaza. The White House reiterated Trump’s vision, calling it “majestic” but facing global backlash.
Hamas Accuses Israel of Ceasefire Violations:
Hamas claims Israel breached the agreement by restricting aid deliveries, prompting delays in hostage releases. Meanwhile, Israel’s far-right ministers, emboldened by Trump’s stance, demand harsher measures. Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich threatened to cut off Gaza’s resources entirely, vowing “fire and brimstone” if hostages aren’t freed.
Humanitarian Crisis & Political Pressures:
Israeli security officials fear collapsing the truce endangers hostages, while families plead for their safe return. In Gaza, civilians express exhaustion after months of war, with many displaced and facing dire shortages. Netanyahu’s coalition risks fracturing if fighting resumes, as far-right allies push for total occupation and Palestinian expulsion.
Global Reactions & Next Steps:
Egypt plans to present a Gaza reconstruction vision opposing displacement, while the U.S. and mediators scramble to extend the ceasefire. The world watches whether Hamas and Israel can compromise or if the region faces renewed conflict.
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Author: Hassan Ahmad
