Overview

• Germany confirmed that seven of the 59 remaining hostages held by Hamas are German dual nationals and published their names for the first time.
• Ambassador Steffen Seibert issued a Hebrew-language appeal urging Israel to finalize a ceasefire-linked exchange with Hamas.
• Relatives of the captives publicly accused the German government of exercising excessive restraint in efforts to secure their loved ones’ liberation.
• Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s right-wing coalition continues to prioritize military operations over a ceasefire, perpetuating the stalemate.
• Reports indicate some hostages are in critical medical condition and facing life-threatening complications without adequate treatment.