Israel and Hamas clash over delayed prisoner releases, threatening fragile ceasefire.

Israel and Hamas are accusing each other of violating the Gaza cease-fire. Israel delayed the release of hundreds of Palestinian prisoners, citing concerns over "humiliating" hostage release ceremonies. Hamas argues these claims are false and aimed at avoiding obligations under the truce. The first phase of the ceasefire ends in early March, with no extension details agreed upon, raising concerns about a potential return to conflict.

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