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Unsurprisingly, Hamas responded swiftly. Spokesman Samy Abu u told AFP that Trump's threats "have no value" and "complicate matters", emphasizing that there is a ceasefire agreement in place. This dispute arises from Hamas halting a scheduled hostage exchange, which was to occur on Saturday. Hamas accused Israel of violating the ceasefire — claiming that Israeli blockades prevented humanitarian aid into Gaza and restricted Palestinian movement, accusations Israel denies.