Israel-Hamas Conflict Stalls as Ceasefire Breaks Down and Hostage Deaths Mount

The war has claimed tens of thousands of lives, with over three dozen hostages killed during captivity or rescue attempts, as diplomatic efforts for peace falter.

Over 24 of the 59 hostages still held by Hamas in Gaza are believed to be alive, with more than three dozen killed during captivity or Israeli rescue operations.
Hostages endured severe conditions, including torture, starvation, and lack of medical care, with some fatalities linked to Israeli airstrikes and crossfire.
The Israeli government and military face criticism for prioritizing military objectives over hostage safety, while Hamas continues to exploit hostages for propaganda.
Hamas remains operational despite heavy losses, maintaining control of Gaza and leveraging underground tunnels and stockpiled resources to evade Israeli offensives.
Efforts to extend the ceasefire have faltered, leaving Gaza residents in dire humanitarian conditions and raising fears of renewed large-scale Israeli military operations.