“Hamas confirms its continued position to implement the deal according to what was signed, which includes exchanging prisoners per the specified timetable,” read the statement.

Hamas had threatened to put the release of the next batch of captives on hold, accusing Israel of violating the terms of the ceasefire deal by allowing fewer trucks than agreed upon to enter the strip.

The group said Israel is allowing the entry of non-essential goods over more essential aid, such as medical supplies and fuel needed to operate hospitals.

In response, Israel, supported by US President Donald Trump, had threatened to renew its offensive if captives were not freed.

Additionally, Trump has warned that "all hell will break out” if every Israeli captive is not released from Gaza by Saturday noon.

Meanwhile, Hamas said its delegation, led by Khalil Al-Hayya, held talks in Cairo with Egyptian and Qatari mediators to discuss implementing the ceasefire agreement and exchanging prisoners. 

The group cited "successive Israeli violations" as a backdrop to the discussions.

It also met with Hassan Rashad, head of the Egyptian General Intelligence Service (GIS), and spoke by telephone with Qatari Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani.

The statement indicated that the talks focused on implementing all the agreement terms. This includes securing shelters, caravans, tents, heavy equipment, medical supplies, fuel, the continued flow of relief, and everything stipulated in the agreement.

Earlier on Thursday, an Egyptian source told Extra News channel that the Egyptian-Qatari efforts have successfully cleared the obstacles hindering the full implementation of the ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas.

The source added that both parties expressed their commitment to pursuing the truce.

Egypt and Qatar have served as key mediators between Hamas and Israel and helped broker the ceasefire, which took effect on 19 January, following 15 months of war.

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