URGENT: Israel demands Hamas release ALL living humanitarian hostages 'within days'

While Israel previously stood by U.S. President Donald Trump’s ultimatum, which called for the release of all hostages by Saturday or the resumption of full-scale fighting, new information has surfaced indicating that Israel is still willing to continue the ceasefire deal if Hamas releases the three hostages it had previously agreed to return.

The new Israeli position includes a more urgent call for the release of all living humanitarian hostages within a matter of days. According to a political source, Israel has stated that Hamas violated the original agreement, thus halting further progress in negotiations for Phase B of the deal. Israel has made it clear that no further talks or agreements will take place unless Hamas first returns the hostages as agreed. The cabinet now expects the release of all nine hostages from Phase A within the next few days.

As part of the new demands, Israel is reiterating the need for the return of all humanitarian hostages who are still alive. The situation remains tense, with 17 hostages remaining, nine of whom are alive. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has officially halted any negotiations related to Phase B until these hostages are returned. This move signals a shift in Israel’s approach, as the focus now is on securing the immediate return of hostages and ensuring the continuation of the deal without further delays.

Israel’s position remains firm: until Hamas meets its obligations under the initial agreement, there will be no advancement in the next phase of talks. The pressure is now on Hamas to fulfill its commitments and release the remaining hostages as Israel demands.