In light of reports about a ceasefire in the north with the terrorist organization Hezbollah and its impact on the fighting in Gaza, a senior figure in the terrorist organization Hamas clarifies that his organization does not intend to cease fire after signing an agreement in the north. According to a report by Channel 12 News journalist Ehud Yaari, the official clarified that "we will not cease fire even when Hezbollah does."
Meanwhile, security officials did not rule out the possibility that a ceasefire agreement in Lebanon between Israel and Hezbollah, in a manner that obligates the Lebanese terrorist organization, could lead to a breakthrough in negotiations with Hamas for the release of the hostages, as reported this morning by Walla. According to reports, such an agreement might include maintaining Israeli control over the Philadelphi Corridor.
Additionally, a senior security official said on Sunday to Walla that the military pressure exerted on Hamas and its allies has brought the possibility of reaching an agreement for the return of the hostages closer than ever. Security officials believe that Hamas's ability to coordinate its activities with Hezbollah has been disrupted, placing the terrorist organization under immense pressure.
At the beginning of the month, "Israel Hayom" reported that Israeli officials believe that 51 out of the 101 hostages remaining in Gaza are still alive.