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After the release of six Israeli hostages from Gaza yesterday, Israel refused to fulfill the next step. releasing 601 Palestinians from Israeli prisons. Israeli Prime minister Netanyahu said the release of the Palestinian prisoners is halted  until Jerusalem receives assurances regarding the end of “ humiliating ceremonies ” staged by Hamas when hostages are handed over. In the meantime, Israeli tanks were spotted today near Jenin, for the first time since Operation Protective Shield in 2002.  We continue to follow the developments on both fronts, and to provide news and documentary production services to international customers. 

President Donald Trump's proposal for the U.S. to assume control over Gaza and permanently resettle its residents has been met scepticism in Israel . Many Israelis commented on social media that the plan is fantastic, but there is no chance it would be accepted by the Palestinians.   The plan was met with strong opposition from Palestinian leaders and Arab states. Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas firmly rejected the plan, emphasizing the importance of Palestinian self-determination and sovereignty. Arab League representatives echoed this sentiment, expressing concerns over the potential infringement on Palestinian rights and the destabilizing effects on regional dynamics. Critics argue that the proposal disregards the complex historical and political context of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, potentially exacerbating tensions in the Middle East. Photo credit: EPA From:  https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cn4z32y12jpo