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Israel Threatens Military Action if Hamas Doesn't Release Hostages

2/13/2025

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Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz issued a stark warning: military action in Gaza will resume if Hamas fails to release hostages by Saturday. In response to mounting US and Israeli pressure, Hamas has urged global protests against what it calls ethnic cleansing. Meanwhile, Qatar and Egypt strive to uphold a fragile ceasefire amid escalating violence.

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Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz issued a stark warning: military action in Gaza will resume if Hamas fails to release hostages by Saturday. In response to mounting US and Israeli pressure, Hamas has urged global protests against what it calls ethnic cleansing. Meanwhile, Qatar and Egypt strive to uphold a fragile ceasefire amid escalating violence.