Shafaq News/ Israel has accusedHamas of failing to fully adhere to the terms of the recent ceasefireagreement, sparking renewed tensions between the two sides.
The accusations come as four Israelifemale captives were released by Hamas on Saturday as part of a prisonerexchange deal.
Speaking at a press conference,Israeli military spokesperson Daniel Hagari stated that Hamas did not complywith the agreement’s stipulation to prioritize the release of Israelicivilians. “The agreement clearly outlined the priority of civilian releases,and we are disappointed by the lack of adherence to this commitment,” Hagarisaid.
In response, a senior Hamas officialdenied the accusations, asserting that the group has upheld its side of theagreement. "We are committed to the terms and are implementing theexchange as agreed. Any accusations otherwise are attempts to shift the focusaway from our consistent adherence," the official stated.
Under the terms of the ceasefireagreement, Israel is set to release 200 Palestinian prisoners in exchange forthe four Israeli captives. This includes 120 prisoners serving life sentencesfor attacks that resulted in Israeli casualties.
Among the captives is Arbel Yehud, ahigh-ranking officer in the Israeli Air Force. Yehud’s release has become a keyfocus for Israeli authorities, given her important role in military operations.A Hamas official responded, saying Yehud is alive and may be released nextSaturday.
Moreover, Hamas announced that 70 ofthe Palestinian prisoners to be released by Israel would be deported tocountries outside of Palestinian territories.
A spokespersonfor Hamas stated, “The release of our people is a significant step forward.While deportation is not ideal, we view this as part of the ongoing strugglefor freedom
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