Hopes raised for saving Gaza ceasefire as hostage releases reportedly agreed Middle East crisis live
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Hamas reiterated its commitment to the Gaza ceasefire, urging full implementation of the agreement amid ongoing tensions. Key components include ensuring humanitarian aid reaches displaced families and resuming hostage exchanges. As the deadline for further hostage releases approaches, Israel prepares for potential military action, calling up reservists. Numerous UN trucks await entry into Gaza, highlighting urgent humanitarian needs, while accusations of hindrance in aid delivery emerge. The fragile situation was underlined by mixed messages surrounding further hostage releases, which are essential for the both sides' agreements moving forward.
A key component of the current ceasefire agreement is the delivery of humanitarian aid, including shelter materials that will accommodate thousands of displaced families who live on the remnants of their shattered houses.
Israel has called up military reservists to brace for a possible re-eruption of war in Gaza if Hamas fails to meet a Saturday deadline to free further Israeli hostages.
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