Hamas denies involvement in Israel bus bombings as tensions rise

A senior Hamas official stated there is no evidence linking the group to recent bus bombings in Israel. The explosions occurred shortly after Hamas returned bodies of alleged Israeli hostages as part of a ceasefire agreement. Israeli security officials reported three bus explosions in Bat Yam, with no injuries but multiple explosive devices found. The Israel Defense Forces are investigating the incident alongside police, while Israeli officials have blamed "Palestinian terrorist organizations" for the attack. The bombings come amid ongoing tensions following a temporary truce between Israel and Hamas. The IDF has intensified operations in the West Bank, citing concerns over potential links between the bombings and Palestinian groups in the area.