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How did Israel violate the ceasefire in Gaza?

The fate of Gaza’s fragile ceasefire agreement is in jeopardy after Hamas accused Israel of violating the terms of the agreement.

Israel's leaders reacted angrily after the Palestinian group’s decision to postpone the release of Israeli captives over alleged violations.

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said he would resume the war if more captives were not released on Saturday.

“If Hamas does not return our hostages by Saturday noon – the ceasefire will end, and the IDF will return to intense fighting until Hamas is finally defeated,” he said in a video address on Tuesday.

US President Donald Trump, a staunch supporter of Netanyahu, added that the Israelis should “let all hell break loose” if the captives are not released by the Saturday deadline.

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Boys ride outside a vehicle loaded with mattresses, blankets, and a giant cistern near Beit Lahia, northern Gaza on 11 February 2025 (Bashar Taleb/AFP)