Israel has delayed the release of 620 Palestinian prisoners after the release of six Israeli hostages, citing concerns about the dignity of future handovers. The delay has raised doubts about the future of the Gaza ceasefire. The hostages, one of whom was mistakenly identified as being a dead Israeli mother, were released by Hamas. Israel has vowed revenge for the error. Talks on the ceasefire’s second phase are yet to begin, with Hamas demanding a full Israeli withdrawal from Gaza before releasing any remaining captives. Negotiations are expected to be challenging. While families of freed hostages celebrate, there is pressure on Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to secure the release of the remaining hostages. The release of Palestinian prisoners includes individuals serving life sentences for attacks against Israelis. The ceasefire has brought a temporary halt to the deadliest fighting between Israel and Hamas, but there are fears that the war could resume. Israel’s commitment to returning all hostages alive is seen as conflicting with its goal of destroying Hamas’ military capacities.
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