Hamas Threatens to Kill Hostages if Fighting Resumes in Gaza
The fragile truce between Israel and Hamas falters as negotiations stall, raising fears for the safety of 24 hostages still held in Gaza.
- Hamas has warned that renewed Israeli military action in Gaza will result in the killing of hostages still in their custody.
- Israeli authorities report that Hamas is holding 24 living hostages, including a dual Israeli-German citizen, a Thai national, and the remains of 35 others.
- Families of the hostages express growing concerns about their safety as reports of mistreatment and deteriorating conditions emerge.
- Efforts to extend the recently expired ceasefire have failed, with both sides blaming each other for the impasse.
- The United States has entered the fray, with President Trump issuing a stern warning to Hamas and signaling potential joint action with Israel if hostages are not released.