Release of hundreds of Palestinian prisoners is delayed until further notice

Moving over to the Middle East Israel has postponed the release of over six hundred Palestinian prisoners, citing concerns, over the humiliating nature of recent hostage return ceremonies conducted by Hamas.

On Sunday, local time, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced the indefinite delay of the release of 620 Palestinian prisoners. This is in response to what Israel describes as "cynical" and demeaning ceremonies orchestrated by Hamas during the handover of Israeli hostages.

During the recent release of six Israeli captives, Hamas paraded the individuals before crowds in highly publicized events, a move Israel claims breaches the terms of the ceasefire agreement.

Netanyahu has demanded assurances from Hamas to cease such practices before any further prisoner releases occur.

In response, Hamas has accused Israel of not fulfilling its obligations under the ceasefire deal.

The postponement raises concerns about the fragility of the ceasefire agreement.