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title: "Hamas reiterates commitment to Gaza ceasefire deal amid Netanyahu's threat to resume offensive"
description: "CAIRO, Feb 11 (Reuters) - Hamas reiterated on Tuesday its commitment to the Gaza ceasefire deal, saying it holds Israel accountable for any \"complications or delays,\" according to a statement by the group."
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# Hamas reiterates commitment to Gaza ceasefire deal amid Netanyahu's threat to resume offensive

> CAIRO, Feb 11 (Reuters) - Hamas reiterated on Tuesday its commitment to the Gaza ceasefire deal, saying it holds Israel accountable for any "complications or delays," according to a statement by the group.

By Reuters · Published 11 February 2025, 23:27 SAST · Updated 11 February 2025, 23:27 SAST

## Key points
- As Netanyahu tightens the noose on Hamas with a midday ultimatum for hostages, it seems the clock is ticking louder than a Tel Aviv alarm clock on a Monday morning.
- Hamas responds to Israeli ultimatum amid escalating tensions in Gaza.
- Netanyahu threatens to intensify military operations if hostages are not freed.
- Deadline set for Saturday noon, raising stakes in ongoing conflict.
- The situation remains precarious as both sides prepare for potential escalation.

## Content

Hamas' statements come in the wake of a warning by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu that the Israeli army would resume its offensive in Gaza if Hamas did not release Israeli hostages by noon on Saturday.

(Reporting by Jaidaa Taha and Menna Alaa El-Din)