Netanyahu Prepared to Resume Gaza Fighting 'At Any Moment'

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated that Israel is ready to resume fighting in the Gaza Strip 'at any moment' to achieve its war objectives, following the halting of Palestinian prisoner releases as part of a truce deal. Netanyahu claimed that Israel has largely diminished Hamas's organized forces but emphasized the need to complete the war's objectives, which could occur through negotiations or military action. The current ceasefire, initiated on January 19, is set to end in early March, with no negotiations yet for its extension. Meanwhile, U.S. officials, including President Trump, indicated that Netanyahu remains determined to act against Hamas, with Trump expressing that either pursuing the hostage deal or resuming military operations could be acceptable. Additionally, Israeli Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich called for an immediate return to combat, asserting that the truce has been perceived as a sign of weakness by Israel's adversaries. The situation remains tense as both sides prepare for possible escalation.