Hamas has been working to use its weapons to reestablish itself as the entity that is governing Gaza. The U.S. said in a statement Saturday that attacks against Palestinian civilians would constitute a direct and grave violation of the ceasefire agreement.

Cairo — Israel’s military said Hamas handed over “two coffins of deceased hostages ” from Gaza to the Red Cross late Saturday, while Israel increased pressure on the militant group to share the rest more quickly under their ceasefire. No names were immediately released.

Palestinian protesters as Hamas turns on Palestinians in Gaza, criticizing absent campus activists who once rallied against Israel.

Hamas is reasserting control of parts of Gaza not occupied by Israeli forces as the ceasefire takes hold – amid continuing uncertainty about security in the territory if the group is disarmed.

The current truce has been marked by flashes of violence in Gaza, including a public killing, as Hamas seeks to regain control over the enclave.

The Israeli military said it had fired at a "suspicious vehicle" it said had crossed the line demarcating the area occupied by its forces.

President Donald Trump issues ultimatum to Hamas following public executions in Gaza City and violations of peace plan commitments to Israel.