**Fragile Ceasefire in Jeopardy After Hostage Release**
A video of three Israeli hostages being released by Hamas has sparked anger and heartbreak among Israelis. The men, who were held captive for several months, looked gaunt and sunken-eyed as they were interviewed on stage surrounded by Hamas fighters.
The video was broadcast live to show the world that Hamas is still in control in the Gaza Strip. However, the sight of the hostages’ poor condition has changed the mood from celebration to anguish. Many Israelis are outraged at the treatment of their countrymen and are demanding action be taken.
**Conditions Surrounding Release Operations Concern ICRC**
The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) is increasingly concerned about the conditions surrounding release operations. The organization is calling for these operations to be “dignified and private”, but Hamas has ignored these calls, broadcasting the video live to the world.
**Israel Criticized Over Treatment of Palestinian Prisoners**
Hamas is not the only one being criticized over the treatment of prisoners. Many Palestinians who were released from Israeli jails on Saturday are reporting abuse while in prison. Seven of the 183 Palestinians who were released required hospital treatment after their imprisonment, and there have been many reports accusing Israeli authorities of abuse.
**Will Hostage Release Affect Fragile Ceasefire Agreement?**
The release of the hostages and Palestinian prisoners has raised questions about whether it will affect the fragile ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas. Israel has announced that it will send negotiators to discuss “technical matters” before beginning talks on the next phase, but Hamas is accusing Israel of lack of commitment.
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