The delicate truce between Israel and Hamas continues as the Islamist movement prepares to release a third group of Israeli hostages in exchange for Palestinian prisoners. Relief is felt on both sides since the truce began on October 7, following deadly attacks by Hamas. Meanwhile, Hamas’s military wing reports the death of a top commander and three other senior leaders during Israel’s offensive. The ceasefire has allowed aid to reach Palestinians in Gaza, easing shortages of water and essentials. Despite the temporary relief, tensions remain, with Israeli armed forces chief Herzi Halevi stating that the war will resume immediately at the end of the ceasefire to dismantle Hamas.