Hamas is set to release six more Israeli hostages from the Gaza Strip, but tension between the adversaries threatens the fragile ceasefire deal, with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu vowing revenge for a misidentified body released by Hamas. The exchange involves hundreds of Palestinian prisoners, with disputes over the identity of the hostages killed during the Oct. 7, 2023, attack by Hamas. The ceasefire deal, which has paused over 15 months of war, is in jeopardy as negotiations for a second phase become more challenging, with the release of six Israeli hostages planned for Saturday and more prisoners set to be exchanged.
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Gaza clans call on citizens to avoid ‘aid death traps’ – Middle East Monitor
The Higher Committee for Tribal Affairs in Gaza has warned Palestinians against gathering at Israeli-promoted aid distribution sites, labeling them as “death traps” that have resulted in numerous fatalities, including 65 killed while waiting for aid on Tuesday. The Committee is coordinating with international organizations to ensure safe humanitarian aid delivery and emphasizes the need for solidarity to preserve lives amidst ongoing violence. Need More Context? 🔎
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