Hamas' threat to delay the next planned release of Israeli hostages from the Gaza Strip has jolted a fragile ceasefire that’s seen as having the potential to wind down the war. It has brought new dismay for Israelis who watched the latest Hamas handover of hostages in growing horror over the weekend as the three emaciated men came

On Monday, the Gaza ceasefire was thrown into doubt after Hamas said it would stop releasing hostages, accusing Israel of violating the agreement. Israel's defense minister said Hamas' announcement violated the deal. The military is at the highest level of readiness in Gaza and for domestic defense.