By Kalu Idika
The fragile ceasefire between Israel and Hamas appears to be unraveling. In a dramatic move, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has ordered the mobilization of forces both inside and around the Gaza Strip. This action follows an announcement by Hamas that it would violate the current ceasefire by refusing to release hostages.
A statement from Netanyahu’s office detailed that a four hour Security Cabinet meeting concluded with ministers expressing deep concern over the condition of three hostages released last Saturday. The cabinet welcomed President Donald Trump’s ultimatum demanding the return of all remaining hostages by Saturday noon. Netanyahu warned that if Hamas fails to meet this deadline, the ceasefire will be terminated and the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) will resume intense military operations until Hamas is decisively defeated.
In related developments, President Trump issued a stern warning to Hamas, asserting that “all hell is going to break out” if the group does not release every hostage. He criticized the slow pace of the hostage release process, emphasizing the urgency required given the deteriorating condition of those recently freed. This ultimatum was prompted by Hamas’s decision to postpone its next scheduled hostage release, citing alleged violations of the agreement by Israel especially regarding the facilitation of humanitarian aid into Gaza.
Amid rising tensions, Trump has also proposed relocating Palestinians from Gaza to neighboring countries such as Egypt and Jordan a suggestion that has been met with resistance from those nations. As the Saturday deadline approaches, the international community watches with concern, fearing that the breakdown of the ceasefire could ignite renewed conflict and further destabilize the region.
Source: News Band.
