After months of protests, political chaos and a brutal military campaign in Gaza, hostages kidnapped by Hamas in 2023 still remain in captivity. Their devastated families tell Alex Croft of their pain – and their unwavering hope that a peace deal can finally bring them home

Families describe a "fragile situation", with negotiations between Israel and Hamas expected to resume.

The families of hostages have reacted with a mix of optimism and trepidation, urging the Israeli government to not squander the opportunity.