Officials: Phase 2 of Hamas Ceasefire Deal 'Very Likely' Despite Hostage Delays
Israeli officials claim that Phase 2 of the Hamas ceasefire deal is likely to proceed, despite delays in the return of remaining hostage bodies.
According to a report on Kan 11 News, Israeli officials acknowledge that moving to Phase 2 of the US-brokered ceasefire agreement with Hamas is "very likely".
- Locating deceased hostages buried in the Gaza Strip will take time.
- Americans are convinced that progress can be made before all bodies are returned.
In an effort to secure the return of additional remains, Israel sent a message to Hamas:
if more bodies are handed over, the amount of humanitarian aid entering the Strip will increase.
Israel has not delivered all the humanitarian aid stipulated in the agreement, as not all hostages held by Hamas have been returned.
Author's summary: Israeli officials expect Phase 2 of the ceasefire deal to proceed despite delays.