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​​​​​​​Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's resolute assertion that the operations will persist until the dismantling of Hamas further underscores the complexities and uncertainties surrounding the ongoing strife, according to assessments by US political and military strategists.

This alarming development unfolded mere hours after the expiration of a seven-day ceasefire between the two conflicting parties on Friday morning.

As the truce expired at 7 a.m. local time on Friday, Netanyahu emphasized Israel's commitment to achieving war goals, including releasing hostages, eliminating Hamas, and ensuring Gaza poses no threat to Israeli residents.

Highlighting the substantial surge, the immigrant or foreign-born share of the US population has hit 15 per cent, the highest figure recorded in American history.

Sanchez, speaking on Spanish state TV network RTVE, condemned Hamas for its actions in Israel but also urged Israel to base its actions on international humanitarian law.

The truce, extended for the seventh day on Thursday, was initially part of a four-day agreement that began on November 24 and was further extended for two days on Tuesday.

Notably, there has been no immediate confirmation of the prisoners' release from Hamas or its affiliated media channels.

In a social media statement, Netanyahu underscored the ongoing threat posed by Hamas, stating, "It is the same Hamas that perpetrated the terrible massacre on October 7, and the same Hamas that is trying to murder us everywhere.

John Kirby, the Coordinator for Strategic Communications at the National Security Council in the White House, underscored the significance of the partnership with India and the gravity of the allegations during a news conference.

Blinken's visit occurs amid Israel's firm stance against extending the truce, citing reports of the deaths of a 10-month-old child, Kfir Bibas, and his four-year-old brother and mother, who were allegedly kidnapped on October 7.