Incoming national security adviser Mike Waltz said only 25 Israeli hostages out of the 33 to be released as a part of the first step in the ceasefire deal are still alive.

In an appearance on Fox and Friends, Waltz expressed optimism that the ceasefire deal would go through, despite a last-minute delay from the Israeli government. He gave some insight as to the conditions of the 33 hostages scheduled to be released as part of the agreement, revealing that the United States estimates eight of them are dead.