Israel-Hamas Ceasefire Delayed by Internal Conflict

A ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas, involving the exchange of hostages for Palestinian prisoners, has been delayed due to internal disagreements within the Israeli government. Originally set to start on Sunday, the ceasefire is postponed to at least Monday after Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu postponed cabinet voting, citing a 'last-minute crisis.' Some far-right cabinet members, such as Itamar Ben Gvir and Bezalel Smotrich, oppose the truce and have threatened to quit the government if it proceeds. Meanwhile, Israeli strikes have continued in Gaza, killing dozens amid accusations that Hamas is reneging on the deal. Despite these tensions, U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken expressed confidence that the ceasefire will proceed as planned.