Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu firmly declared that there will be no compromise on hostage return, emphasizing Israel’s unwavering stance on the issue. He stated that Hamas must return the bodies of hostages killed in Gaza as part of the ceasefire agreement. Netanyahu stressed that Israel would not back down, even if more pressure or action were required to ensure the return of every Israeli hostage.| Asiaone news
Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz has ordered a sharp escalation in military attacks against Hamas, despite an active ceasefire agreement still in place. Speaking in a televised statement, Katz accused Hamas of breaking the truce and threatening Israeli citizens. He claimed Hamas had fired rockets and staged small-scale attacks against Israeli troops. In response, Katz instructed the Israeli military to strike harder and “teach Hamas a lesson it won’t forget.” He declared that Israel...| Asiaone news
The Gaza ceasefire, which has been in place for several weeks, is now at a breaking point, with increasing concerns that the fragile agreement may collapse. U.S. officials, particularly from the Trump administration, are alarmed at the possibility that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s actions could unravel the truce. As tensions flare up again in Gaza, the U.S. has stepped up its diplomatic efforts to ensure the ceasefire remains intact, with Vice President J.D. Vance leading a m...| Asiaone news
Israeli hostages’ bodies have recently been returned to Israel in a significant development under a ceasefire agreement. The bodies were handed over by Hamas, the Palestinian militant group, as part of an agreement that aims to de-escalate tensions between Israel and Palestine. This exchange follows months of diplomatic negotiations, and it marks an essential step in addressing the issue of hostages held by both sides. The return of these remains is seen not only as a humanitarian gesture b...| Asiaone news
