A senior Hamas official told CNN that the fate of the remaining 116 Israeli hostages is unknown, with 41 confirmed dead and uncertainty about the status of the remaining 75. Hamas demands a permanent ceasefire and Israeli withdrawal from Gaza for their release.
Key Points
Senior Hamas official claims uncertainty about the fate of Israeli hostages
Hamas demands permanent ceasefire and Israeli withdrawal for release
Israel confirms 41 hostages dead, status of remaining 75 unknown
Pros
Potential for negotiation and release of hostages
International attention to the situation
Cons
Uncertainty and danger for the hostages
Tense political situation between Hamas, Israel, and the US