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The tensions persisted as Hamas spokesman reaffirmed their commitment to the ceasefire but did not specify when the next hostage release might occur. Currently, 76 hostages remain in Gaza, with only 16 released so far under the ceasefire agreement, which started on January 19 and was set to last 42 days. Israel has freed over 730 Palestinian prisoners in exchange.
Meanwhile, Trump’s controversial proposal to relocate Gaza’s population and develop the territory into "the Riviera of the Middle East" has received endorsement from Netanyahu’s security cabinet. Additionally, the Arab League is exploring a revival of the 2002 Arab Peace Initiative, potentially offering Israel normalized relations in exchange for Palestinian statehood—an effort aimed at de-escalating regional tensions.