Hamas Hostage Uncertainty Sparks Ceasefire Tensions
US negotiators say some hostages held by Gaza factions outside Hamas.
Israeli sources claim Hamas may not know or retrieve some remains.
20 hostages believed alive, two in grave concern.
Uncertainty over dead hostages relates to Goldin and Arad cases.
Hamas may delay ceasefire to demand Israeli withdrawal.
US and regional pressure prioritize leverage over talks.
Critics accuse Netanyahu of undermining ceasefire efforts.
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