In a recent development, Hamas’s military wing, the Qassam Brigades, has announced the delay in the release of the second batch of hostages, citing alleged violations by Israel. The group claims that Israel has failed to adhere to the terms of the agreement for hostage releases, leading to the decision to postpone the release until certain conditions are met.
One of the key reasons behind the delay, according to the Qassam Brigades, is Israel’s alleged obstruction of aid lorries entering northern Gaza. The group has emphasised the importance of ensuring the arrival of these aid trucks as part of the agreement. However, the exact duration of the delay remains uncertain at this point.