"Israeli Threat of Ramadan Invasion Looms Over Rafah Hostage Situation"
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Israeli Defense Minister Benny Gantz warned that the IDF is prepared to enter Gaza's Rafah during Ramadan if a hostage deal is not reached, despite early signs of progress. France confirmed that medications for the captives had been received, and US envoy Brett McGurk is in the region to facilitate talks. Hamas has reportedly softened its stance, and Qatar and Egypt are mediating the negotiations for the release of the remaining 134 hostages. Israel is committed to securing their safe return, with hopes for a reasonable agreement before Ramadan.
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- Israel vows Rafah ground assault by Ramadan if hostages are not freed NBC News
- Israel vows to 'finish the job' in Gaza as War Cabinet member threatens a Ramadan deadline for Rafah The Associated Press
- Scenes from Israel, Gaza and Lebanon as Israeli airstrikes expand in the region : The Picture Show NPR
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