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News and updates about ceasefire

Report:

Israel demanded release of 5 living hostages, Hamas refused

Al Jazeera reports that Hamas refused Israel's offer to extend the ceasefire by a week and release more terrorists in exchange for the release of 15 hostages, 5 living and 10 deceased.

Israel demanded release of 5 living hostages, Hamas refused

Israel halts humanitarian aid to Gaza

Decision not to allow any more humanitarian aid into Gaza comes in response to Hamas's refusal to accept the Witkoff proposal to extend the ceasefire. 'If Hamas continues its refusal, there will be additional consequences.'

Israel halts humanitarian aid to Gaza

Ben-Gvir:

'Absolute disgrace' PM accepted Witkoff ceasefire extension

Otzma Yehudit leader says Israel should have followed Trump's lead in giving Hamas the ultimatum of releasing all hostages or hell would be unleashed rather than following the lead of Trump envoy Steve Witkoff.

'Absolute disgrace' PM accepted Witkoff ceasefire extension

In exchange for hostages' release:

Israel agrees to Witkoff's plan for temporary ceasefire

Prime Minister's Office says Israel accepts plan to extend ceasefire through Ramadan, Passover, in exchange for release of all hostages still held in Gaza.

Israel agrees to Witkoff's plan for temporary ceasefire

Hamas: We won't accept outside interference in governing Gaza

Hamas leader reveals terror group prioritizing forcing Israel to capitulate, claims terror group wants to aid Gaza residents.

Hamas: We won't accept outside interference in governing Gaza

Regavim:

'Plan to attack Jewish towns not secret, taking place every day'

Regavim movement responds to Defense Minister Israel Katz's announcement that Israel has seized the Hamas terror group's "attack portfolios" for towns in Judea, Samaria, and along the "seam line."

'Plan to attack Jewish towns not secret, taking place every day'

Ceasefire to be extended?

Israeli source: Additional hostages may be released on Saturday

'We expect additional hostages to be released this Saturday, in exchange for extension of ceasefire,' Israeli source claims.

Israeli source: Additional hostages may be released on Saturday

Targeting Judea and Samaria:

Defense Minister: We confiscated Hamas 'attack portfolios'

Defense Minister Israel Katz reveals that Hamas laid plans to attack Jewish communities in Judea, Samaria, and along the 'seam line' - during ceasefire.

Defense Minister: We confiscated Hamas 'attack portfolios'

Hamas:

We didn't plan to attack Israeli soldiers, towns during ceasefire

'Declaring Philadelphi Corridor to be buffer zone is clear violation of ceasefire agreement,' Hamas claims.

We didn't plan to attack Israeli soldiers, towns during ceasefire

Mediators aim to extend ceasefire through Ramadan

Israel is in discussions with the United States to extend the ceasefire and release of hostages for another few weeks.

Mediators aim to extend ceasefire through Ramadan

Military correspondent:

Hamas was not defeated in the war - far from it

Yoav Zitun describes how Hamas is using the ceasefire to rebuild, regroup, and aim rockets at Israel.

Hamas was not defeated in the war - far from it

Ari Fuld's brother:

We're happy hostages are returning, pained at terrorists' release

Eitan Fuld, brother of terror victim Ari Fuld who was murdered in Gush Etzion, shares his family's reaction to the news that Ari's murderer will be released in the Hamas deal.

We're happy hostages are returning, pained at terrorists' release

Understanding Our Enemy:

Why those T-shirts were brilliant

The absolute worst thing for them was to be publicly shamed, which is precisely why putting them in the shirts - with their resonant message - was a brilliant move. And the fact that they burned them upon arriving home is further proof that it affected them. Opinion.

Why those T-shirts were brilliant

ANALYSIS:

Why the IDF is remaining in five key posts in Southern Lebanon

As questions remain over the Lebanese Armed Forces' ability to stop Hezbollah's entrenchment, the IDF is completing the remainder of its withdrawal.

Why the IDF is remaining in five key posts in Southern Lebanon

Cabinet to meet to discuss negotiations on second stage of deal

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu promised Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich that negotiations for the second stage of the deal with Hamas would not begin without the Cabinet's approval, report says.

Cabinet to meet to discuss negotiations on second stage of deal

Hamas slams Trump: US must force Israel to keep agreement

Hamas spokesman Hazem Qasem says US must force Israel to implement ceasefire deal if it is interested in the hostages' lives.

Hamas slams Trump: US must force Israel to keep agreement

Gaza rocket fired at Israel during ceasefire

14-year-old boy reportedly killed by misfired rocket that landed inside Gaza after being fired at Israel in violation of the ceasefire.

Gaza rocket fired at Israel during ceasefire

Dozens of Hamas terrorists travel near border - IDF doesn't act

According to sources in the military, the terrorist convoy was traveling to settle the score with a local clan leader and did not violate the ceasefire agreement, and attacking it could have led to an escalation.

Dozens of Hamas terrorists travel near border - IDF doesn't act

Hamas confirms:

Three hostages will be released Saturday, as per original deal

In official statement, Hamas terror group confirms deal is still on, says additional hostages will be released Saturday.

Three hostages will be released Saturday, as per original deal

Israel examining changes to deal with Hamas

Following testimonies from released hostages, Israel weighs option to demand Hamas expand list of hostages to be released in first stage of deal, due to concerns for their health.

Israel examining changes to deal with Hamas

Former ISA official:

'Solution to Gaza is to conquer land and control it'

Shalom Ben Hanan, former ISA official, discusses Hamas' threat not to release hostages, says Israel should place pressure on Hamas.

'Solution to Gaza is to conquer land and control it'

Hamas responds to Netanyahu's ultimatum

'We're committed to the ceasefire deal, so long as Israel is,' Hamas terror group claims.

Hamas responds to Netanyahu's ultimatum

'Preparation for various scenarios'

IDF calls in reserves, sends reinforcements to south

Per the decision to raise the level of readiness in the Southern Command, the IDF decided to increase reinforcements with additional troops, including reservists.

IDF calls in reserves, sends reinforcements to south

Amid ceasefire:

Hamas sets up checkpoints in Gaza, taxes humanitarian aid

Due to the ceasefire deal, nobody, including the Israelis, can stop Hamas from taking control of Gaza's main roads or taxing all goods.

Hamas sets up checkpoints in Gaza, taxes humanitarian aid

Minister Katz:

'Whoever enters the buffer zone takes his life in his hands'

Defense Minister Israel Katz commented on footage of Gazans walking around 300 meters away from the border with Israel: 'Zero tolerance for anyone who threatens IDF forces or the fence area and the communities.'

'Whoever enters the buffer zone takes his life in his hands'

Watch:

Residents of Gaza Strip spotted 300 meters from border fence

Dozens of Gaza Strip residents were seen approaching the fence opposite Kibbutz Nir Oz earlier today.

Residents of Gaza Strip spotted 300 meters from border fence

Minister Karhi estimates:

Hamas won't complete hostage deal

Communications Minister Shlomo Karhi says Attorney General may be fired soon, Hamas unlikely to return the last of the hostages.

Hamas won't complete hostage deal

Gallant accuses:

Government didn't do everything possible to bring back hostages

Former Defense Minister Yoav Gallant says agreement with Hamas was signed too late, Israel 'could have had the same deal with more hostages, at a lower price.'

Government didn't do everything possible to bring back hostages

Steve Witkoff:

We're focused on returning the hostages, it's a complicated deal

US envoy Steve Witkoff says Trump administration trying to ensure deal with Hamas is fully implemented, calls for Gazans to emigrate since there's 'nothing left' in Gaza.

We're focused on returning the hostages, it's a complicated deal

Hamas official:

We're holding two senior IDF officers hostage

Negotiations for second stage of deal to focus on IDF's full withdrawal from Gaza, permanent ceasefire, and preventing resumption of fighting, Hamas tells mediators.

We're holding two senior IDF officers hostage

One reported dead:

IAF opens fire to distance vehicle that violated ceasefire

Israel confirms it fired at a vehicle in Gaza, according to Arab reports, one individual was killed and several others were wounded.

IAF opens fire to distance vehicle that violated ceasefire

Ahead of the second stage:

Netanyahu's dramatic decision

Strategic Affairs Minister Ron Dermer to head negotiations team for second stage of prisoner swap deal with Hamas, report says. PM's Office: 'Decisions on negotiations to be made only after PM returns from US.'

Netanyahu's dramatic decision

Trump envoy Witkoff enters Gaza after meeting Netanyahu

Steve Witkoff and Israeli Strategic Affairs Minister Ron Dermer visit the Netzarim Corridor dividing north and south Gaza together.

Trump envoy Witkoff enters Gaza after meeting Netanyahu

IDF fires at suspicious vehicle in unauthorized area in Gaza

In several areas throughout the Gaza Strip, IDF troops fired warning shots toward suspects who approached and posed a threat to them.

IDF fires at suspicious vehicle in unauthorized area in Gaza

'A reckless deal that will cost in blood'

Hostages' families demand Ben Gvir support deal with Hamas

Argument breaks out in Knesset committee, as representatives of some of the hostages' families demand MK Itamar Ben Gvir support the deal with Hamas. Ben Gvir: 'A reckless deal that will cost in blood.'

Hostages' families demand Ben Gvir support deal with Hamas

Liri Albag's father clarifies:

'I was referring only to the leaders'

Eli Albag, father of Liri Albag, who was released in a prisoner swap deal with Hamas, explains his 'scorn' for those who didn't support deal.

'I was referring only to the leaders'

Bereaved father to Eli Albag:

Many Jews will pay with their lives for your daughter's release

Itzik Bonzel, father of fallen IDF soldier Amit Bonzel, responds to Eli Albag, whose daughter was freed in a prisoner swap deal: 'This is the time to bow your head and say thank you, not to threaten.'

Many Jews will pay with their lives for your daughter's release

White House announces:

Ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon extended to February 18

White House announces that the arrangement between Lebanon and Israel will continue to be in effect until February 18. The original arrangement expired on Sunday, but the IDF remained in Lebanon, due to the fact that the ceasefire has yet to be fully enforced by Lebanon.

Ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon extended to February 18

Netanyahu's office:

Arbel Yehud and two other hostages will be released on Thursday

Prime Minister's Office confirms Qatar's announcement that there will be two hostage releases this week, in exchange for the opening of the Netzarim Corridor.

Arbel Yehud and two other hostages will be released on Thursday

IDF eliminates Islamic Jihad terrorist who threatened troops

In the central Gaza Strip, IDF troops fired warning shots at several gatherings of dozens of suspects who were advancing toward the troops and posed a threat to them.

IDF eliminates Islamic Jihad terrorist who threatened troops

Hamas rejects Trump proposal to relocate Gazans

Hamas official says that Gaza residents would rather face death than temporarily relocate to Egypt and Jordan.

Hamas rejects Trump proposal to relocate Gazans

Political source:

Israel concerned deal will boost Hamas in Judea and Samaria

Source says 'cynical and cruel' Hamas is 'not the same organization it was on October 7.'

Israel concerned deal will boost Hamas in Judea and Samaria

Another breach of ceasefire:

Hamas fails to present report on hostages' status

Despite committing to provide a list by Saturday night, Hamas has not yet reported to Israel on the status of the remaining hostages.

Hamas fails to present report on hostages' status

Who is on the list to be released next week?

Next Saturday, Arbel Yehud, Agam Berger, and Keith Siegel are expected to be released from Hamas captivity. Israeli source clarifies: 'No official list yet.'

Who is on the list to be released next week?

IDF: We fired towards terrorists violating ceasefire in Gaza

IDF soldiers fire warning shots after terrorists in Gaza present a threat to troops. 'IDF prepared for any scenario, urges Gazan residents to follow instructions.'

IDF: We fired towards terrorists violating ceasefire in Gaza

'I love you'

Watch: Liri Albag thanks the nation and the soldiers

Released hostage Liri Albag thanks her country and the soldiers immediately following her release.

Watch: Liri Albag thanks the nation and the soldiers

Hamas' cynical video:

Returning hostages smile, 'thank' captors in Arabic

Hamas publishes footage of Daniella Gilboa, Liri Albag, Naama Levy, and Karina Ariev smiling and 'thanking' the terrorists in Arabic for 'taking good care of them' in captivity, 'for the food, the drinks, and the clothing,' and for 'protection from the attacks.'

Returning hostages smile, 'thank' captors in Arabic

'Arbel Yehud is alive and will be released next Saturday'

Senior Israeli officials say they expect Arbel Yehud to be released in the coming days - even before Saturday.

'Arbel Yehud is alive and will be released next Saturday'

IDF spokesman: Hamas did not keep the deal

IDF spokesman Daniel Hagari says there is great concern over fate of Bibas family. 'Israel expects to receive certainty on the matter.'

IDF spokesman: Hamas did not keep the deal

Watch:

Liri, Karina, Daniella, and Naama reunite with their parents

Watch the emotional reunion between released hostages Daniella Gilboa, Liri Albag, Naama Levy, and Karina Ariev, as they meet their parents at an initial reception point immediately upon arrival in Israel

Liri, Karina, Daniella, and Naama reunite with their parents

After 477 days in captivity:

Liri, Naama, Daniella, and Karina return home to Israel

Four of the five IDF lookouts kidnapped from the Nahal Oz military post during the October 7 massacre are returned to Israel.

Liri, Naama, Daniella, and Karina return home to Israel

PM's Office: Withdrawal from Lebanon to last more than 60 days

IDF not expected to complete withdrawal from Lebanon on Sunday, despite expectation outline in ceasefire deal. 'Agreement has not yet been fully implemented by the State of Lebanon, the gradual withdrawal process will continue, in full coordination with the US.'

PM's Office: Withdrawal from Lebanon to last more than 60 days

Families of hostages:

2nd phase must be implemented, all remaining hostages must return

Families of the hostages call on Israeli government to complete all phases of the deal, ensure the return of all hostages under the ceasefire agreement with Hamas - until the last captive is home.

2nd phase must be implemented, all remaining hostages must return

Unique request:

Hostage's mother: Don't desecrate the Sabbath

Merav Berger, whose daughter Agam was kidnapped on October 7 and is held hostage in Gaza, says she will try to avoid desecrating Shabbat and asks the media to respect her wishes.

Hostage's mother: Don't desecrate the Sabbath

Gaza:

Troops fire at suspects approaching them

IDF troops confront threats against them by firing warning shots in accordance with the ceasefire.

Troops fire at suspects approaching them

Armed American security guards to operate checkpoint in Gaza

Private security contractors from the US and other countries will begin overseeing a checkpoint for vehicles passing between the southern and northern Gaza Strip as part of the ceasefire agreement.

Armed American security guards to operate checkpoint in Gaza

'It's a second Disengagement'

Chabad rabbi speaks out against haredi support for Hamas deal

Rabbi Yosef Gerlitzky speaks out against ceasefire deal with Hamas, compares it to 2005 Disengagement from Gaza. 'This deal is a true threat to life.'

Chabad rabbi speaks out against haredi support for Hamas deal

Security source on Jenin operation:

If Zakaria Zubeidi holds a weapon, he'll be eliminated

Security source responds to release of Gilboa prison break mastermind in Hamas ceasefire deal, warns Jenin operation 'will not end soon.'

If  Zakaria Zubeidi holds a weapon, he'll be eliminated

IDF forces work to thwart ceasefire violations in Gaza

IDF soldiers in several areas acted to thwart threats against them, eliminating one terrorist.

IDF forces work to thwart ceasefire violations in Gaza

Trump Mideast Envoy:

'Ceasefire a step toward Israel-Saudi normalization'

Steve Witkoff tells Fox News he and the rest of the Trump team had nothing to do with the "mathematics" of the hostage deal, which was worked out by the Biden Administration many months ago.

'Ceasefire a step toward Israel-Saudi normalization'