We have prepared for their return, and along with their families, we will assist in their rehabilitation after a long and excruciating period of captivity.”Hamas's threatsNetanyahu also noted that Hamas threatened not to release the three men - alleging Israel had violated the ceasefire agreement.

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of Israel said the cease-fire would end if Hamas did not release captives held in Gaza. But he did not say how many hostages had to be freed.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has threatened to resume fighting in Gaza unless more hostages are released Saturday.