Israel reassesses second phase of hostage release with security leaders

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu convened an urgent briefing with the nation’s top security leadership to assess whether the second phase of the hostage release from Gaza is unfolding as scheduled. The gathering was described as a real-time situational review, aimed at confirming that every moving part of the agreement remains on track and that security forces have the necessary resources and coordination to execute the plan without gaps. The emphasis was on maintaining a clear line of communication among military and civilian authorities to ensure a smooth progression of the operation and to address any emerging risks that could derail the timetable. The briefing underscored a shared commitment to transparency within the security apparatus and stressed the importance of steady progress as the situation develops in real time. The focus remained on keeping the plan aligned with the agreed terms while evaluating potential contingencies that could affect timing or release outcomes, and ensuring stakeholders are informed of the latest developments in a careful, controlled manner.