The Palestinian resistance group Hamas warned that failure to implement recent US agreements on a Gaza ceasefire and humanitarian aid could jeopardize prisoner exchange negotiations. Following the release of Israeli American soldier Edan Alexander, Hamas stressed the urgency for immediate humanitarian aid, a permanent ceasefire, and comprehensive negotiations to ensure regional stability. Amid ongoing violence, Israel estimates 58 hostages remain in Gaza, while over 9,900 Palestinians are detained, with the Israeli army’s offensive since October 7, 2023, resulting in over 53,000 Palestinian deaths, primarily among women and children.
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