Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has issued a dramatic ultimatum to Hamas, demanding the immediate release of 50 hostages reportedly being held in Gaza City. He warned that failure to comply would trigger the deployment of 100,000 Israeli troops into the territory.
The declaration, broadcast on Israeli media on Tuesday, marks one of the strongest threats made since the outbreak of the renewed conflict with Hamas. Netanyahu stressed that “there will be no deal” unless the hostages are released without conditions.
According to regional security officials, the captives include both Israeli nationals and foreign citizens, seized during Hamas raids earlier this month. Negotiations mediated by Egypt and Qatar have stalled in recent days, fueling concerns of an impending escalation.
Military analysts suggest that mobilizing 100,000 troops would signal one of Israel’s largest-ever ground campaigns in Gaza, raising fears of extensive casualties and humanitarian devastation. International organizations have already cautioned against a deepened offensive, with aid groups warning that Gaza’s fragile infrastructure cannot withstand another major assault.
Hamas has not yet issued a formal response to Netanyahu’s threat, though sources close to the group said discussions were ongoing within its leadership. Meanwhile, Israeli forces continue targeted airstrikes on militant positions while reinforcing ground units along the Gaza border.
The ultimatum has further heightened tensions across the region, with observers warning that the next 48 hours could prove decisive for both the fate of the hostages and the direction of the conflict.
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