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Palestinians in Gaza condemn Israel for threatening to resume ‘intense fighting’ if Hamas does not release all captives.

Published On 12 Feb 2025

  • Israel has called up military reservists and threatened a return of “intense fighting” in Gaza if Hamas fails to meet a Saturday deadline to release more Israeli captives, triggering condemnation and fear in the Strip.
  • Meanwhile, mediators Egypt and Qatar are intensifying efforts to save the Gaza ceasefire, Egyptian state media says.