The office for Benjamin Netanyahu released a statement saying the release of 620 Palestinian prisoners is being "postponed" due to "repeated and ongoing violations by Hamas", including the "disgraceful ceremonies that dishonour the dignity of our abductees".
The prisoners were due to be released on 22 February – after Hamas militants handed over six living hostages to the Red Cross.
But as night fell, the prisoners had still not been released and a "security consultation" was held between Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and prison officials.
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