Hamas halts negotiations with Israel after prisoner release blocked

Hamas has halted all negotiations with Israel after Israel blocked the release of over 600 Palestinian prisoners. This decision follows Hamas's earlier release of hostages, which Israel deemed "humiliating." The ceasefire's first phase is now at risk, with Israel indicating a willingness to resume military action in Gaza. Tensions escalated after Hamas mistakenly delivered the wrong remains during a hostage exchange. Israel has also suspended the planned release of Palestinian prisoners, intensifying the conflict. Hamas released a video showing Israeli hostages pleading for their freedom, which Israel criticized as propaganda.