Call for Release: The Uncertainty Around Arbel Yehoud

Israel refuses to allow Palestinians back into northern Gaza until Arbel Yehoud, one of the hostages held by Hamas, is released. According to Prime Minister Netanyahu's office, Yehoud's release was expected as part of the ceasefire agreement. Previously, Hamas released four female Israeli soldiers.

In a tense standoff, Israel has declared it will not permit Palestinians to return to northern Gaza unless Arbel Yehoud, one of the hostages held by Hamas, is freed.

A statement from Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's office said that Yehoud was supposed to be released Saturday, as arranged in the Gaza ceasefire agreement.

Earlier in the negotiations, Hamas had freed four female Israeli soldiers, fueling hopes for further releases.