Hamas on Tuesday handed over the bodies of four dead Israeli hostages to Israeli authorities. This action came at a time when Israel had warned of reducing humanitarian aid to Gaza and US President Donald Trump had warned that if Hamas did not give up its weapons, violence could erupt.
The International Red Cross has confirmed that four bodies handed over on Tuesday IsraelHave been received to hand over to the authorities. Earlier on Monday, Hamas had returned four other bodies, while several hostages are still missing.
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Israel has currently postponed plans to open a humanitarian aid route across the southern border with Egypt, accusing Hamas of violating the ceasefire. Israeli officials said that due to Hamas’ stance Gaza Relief operations are being hampered.
Gaza destroyed due to bombing
The Gaza region still suffers from severe hunger, destroyed infrastructure and limited humanitarian access. Following the partial withdrawal of Israeli forces last week, Hamas has re-established control over the cities. The organization has deployed its fighters on aid routes, targeted suspected collaborators and criminals, and begun repairing infrastructure needed for humanitarian supplies. Meanwhile, clashes between Hamas and rival groups and ongoing Israeli airstrikes are increasing casualties in the region.
Unless Hamas gives up its weapons…
Although a ceasefire is in force after two years of conflict, the Israeli leadership says that the war cannot be considered over until Hamas completely disarms and gives up control over Gaza. Efforts by the international community to establish a new governance system or international military presence in Gaza have not yet yielded concrete results.
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