Gaza Ceasefire: Netanyahu’s Warning | Aakhir Tak

Aakhir Tak – In Shorts:

1. Benjamin Netanyahu said the Gaza ceasefire will end if hostages are not released by Saturday afternoon.
2. Netanyahu warned the Israeli military will return to intense fighting if hostages aren’t released.
3. Hamas stopped releasing hostages, alleging “Israeli violations” of the ceasefire agreement.
4. Israel denied withholding aid supplies and claimed to have fired on individuals ignoring warnings.
5. The US also warned Hamas that “all hell will break out” if hostages aren’t released by Saturday.

Aakhir Tak – In Depth:

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has issued a stark warning regarding the Gaza ceasefire. He stated that the ceasefire agreement will end if hostages are not released by Saturday afternoon. Netanyahu, in a video statement, said the Israeli military will return to intense fighting until Hamas is finally defeated if the hostage release doesn’t occur. This warning comes a day after Hamas announced it would stop releasing Israeli hostages due to alleged “Israeli violations” of the ceasefire agreement. The situation is precarious, and the threat of renewed conflict looms large.

Hamas started releasing hostages last month under the ceasefire agreement, which involved Israel freeing Palestinian prisoners in return. Hamas was scheduled to release more Israeli hostages on Saturday in exchange for Palestinian prisoners and other Palestinians held in Israeli detention. However, Hamas then alleged that Israel delayed Palestinians from returning to northern Gaza and also stopped humanitarian aid from entering the strip. Israel has denied withholding aid supplies and claims it has fired on individuals who ignored warnings to stay away from Israeli troop positions. This dispute over alleged violations has brought the ceasefire to the brink of collapse.

Netanyahu retaliated to Hamas’s statement by threatening to end the Gaza ceasefire deal. “In light of Hamas’ announcement of its decision to violate the agreement and not release our hostages, last night I ordered the IDF to gather forces inside and around the Gaza Strip,” Netanyahu said, speaking after a meeting of his security cabinet. “This operation is being carried out at this time. It will be completed in the very near future,” he said in a statement. Adding to the pressure, the US has also warned Hamas that “all hell will break out” if hostages aren’t released by Saturday noon. President Trump stated that cancelling the ceasefire and letting “hell break out” would be appropriate if the hostages are not released by the deadline.

• Hamas’ Allegation: Israel delayed Palestinians returning to Northern Gaza.
• Israel’s Denial: Denied withholding aid; fired on warning-ignoring individuals.
• US Warning: “All hell will break out” if hostages aren’t released by Saturday.

The situation is tense and the future of the ceasefire hangs in the balance. Ensuring peace in Gaza and the release of hostages must be a priority. Cooperation is needed from all parties involved to make the existing ceasefire a success, Hamas must release the hostages.

Aakhir Tak – Key Takeaways to Remember:

Netanyahu warned about the Gaza ceasefire. Israel may resume fighting if Hamas doesn’t release hostages. The US has also warned Hamas. The release of hostages and peace in Gaza is crucial. 

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