International pressure is growing as mediators try to extend the Israel-Hamas truce expiring after daybreak Friday. The two sides are struggling to agree on continuing the exchange of hostages, key to the week-long pause in fighting. Most hostages freed so far are women and children, but few remain in Gaza, making extending the truce more challenging. Israel has pledged to resume offensive if the truce doesn’t continue, but the United States has pressured the country to do more to protect Palestinian civilians. There is hope that the cease-fire can be extended and that more hostages can be released. The release of hostages has been ongoing, with many more seeking freedom. There is pressure from both sides to reach a resolution, but there are doubts that a ceasefire will truly resolve the issues and humanitarian crisis.
Hamas Releases Eight Hostages in Prisoner Exchange Deal
