Gaza Cease-Fire Deal's Long-Term Future Is Bleak, Analysts Say
Briefly

The fragile truce in Gaza faces threats from both Hamas and former President Trump, with both arguing against the continuation of the ceasefire. While Hamas initially threatened to delay the release of Israeli hostages, their eventual softening stance allowed for some optimism about the truce's survival. However, both Israel's Prime Minister Netanyahu and Hamas are wary of extending the ceasefire, leading to concerns about its viability beyond early March unless constructive negotiations are established to redefine military dominance in Gaza.
Despite the threats from Hamas and President Trump, officials expressed cautious optimism that the Gaza truce could survive, albeit facing significant fragility and uncertainty.
Hamas’s announcement to delay the release of Israeli hostages initially threatened the deal, but a slight softening of their stance brought some hope for the truce.
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