The shaky truce between Israel and Hamas faced another test this weekend, with both sides pointing fingers over who broke the deal first. Israel claimed Hamas failed to release a hostage it promised to set free, leading to a pause in allowing displaced Gazans to return home.

Under the agreement, four women were supposed to be freed, but 29-year-old Arbel Yehud was notably missing. However, it turns out Yehud isn’t even held by Hamas. A source from the Palestinian Islamic Jihad (PIJ) told CNN that their group is detaining her and plans to release her as part of the prisoner exchange.

This back-and-forth has raised serious doubts about whether the ceasefire—already described as a “framework” rather than a solid deal—can survive. Former Israeli negotiator Gershon Baskin noted that Hamas isn’t likely to give anything up without pressure, and Israel’s threats to block displaced Gazans from moving north might only make things worse.

Over the weekend, tensions flared as Israeli troops fired warning shots to stop hundreds of people from crossing into northern Gaza. Hamas, meanwhile, accused Israel of dragging its feet in implementing the ceasefire terms, including reopening key roads and allowing people to return home.

The U.S. has also been drawn into the fray. Israeli officials reportedly asked the Trump administration to urge Hamas to stick to the deal and release Yehud. But it’s unclear how much influence Washington has in resolving these disputes.

The situation remains precarious. Propped up by propaganda videos and public posturing, both sides seem to be playing a high-stakes game of chicken. As experts point out, deals with groups like Hamas are rarely straightforward, especially given the history of conflict and mistrust.

For now, the question is whether the ceasefire can hold long enough to allow further hostage releases and ease the suffering in Gaza. With accusations flying from both sides, the path forward looks anything but smooth.