Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced that there would be no ceasefire in exchange for the release of Edan Alexander, a US-Israeli soldier held by Hamas, who may be freed soon. Hamas indicated it would release Alexander as part of efforts towards a ceasefire, demanding a halt to Israeli military operations for his transfer. Despite ongoing negotiations and international mediation, Israeli airstrikes continue, and the conflict has led to significant casualties on both sides, with 58 hostages still held in Gaza.
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