The situation in Gaza remains precarious as Hamas has announced a delay in the release of Israeli hostages, putting the already fragile ceasefire at risk. Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu has warned that military operations will resume if hostages are not freed by Saturday, echoing sentiments from U.S. President Trump who issued an ultimatum for Hamas to comply. Both leaders have emphasized the severity of the consequences if the deadline is not met, with Trump threatening significant repercussions. The international community, including UN officials, is urging all parties to avoid renewed hostilities and prioritize the safe return of hostages.