Hamas Says No More Hostage Releases Until Israel Ends War

GAZA – Tensions continue to escalate in the Middle East as Hamas has announced no further release of hostages until Israel agrees to end the Gaza conflict.

Talks continue in Cairo for a new truce, but Israel refuses a permanent ceasefire, citing the need to defeat Hamas.

Over 240 Israeli hostages were captured, with the UN Security Council set to vote on ‘urgent humanitarian pauses.’

Meanwhile, the World Food Programme warns of a potential famine in Gaza within six months.