Hamas is ready for second phase ceasefire talks in Gaza after releasing several hundred Palestinians from Israeli jails in exchange for the bodies of four Israeli hostages. Israel has stated that three of the hostages were murdered in captivity. Talks for the second phase of the ceasefire have yet to begin, and there are still 54 hostages held in Gaza. The release of the hostages has intensified public fury in Israel, potentially impacting negotiations to extend the truce. Hamas has stated that the only way the remaining hostages will be freed is through a commitment to the ceasefire.