‘Breakthrough’ in Israel-Hamas truce talks, Qatar submits final draft on ceasefire, hostage release
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‘Breakthrough’ in Israel-Hamas truce talks, Qatar submits final draft on ceasefire, hostage release

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Mediators on Monday presented Israel and Hamas with a final draft of a deal aimed at ending the war in Gaza, after a midnight “breakthrough” in negotiations attended by envoys from both Joe Biden and Donald Trump, according to a report Buildings lie in ruin in Gaza, as the Ashkelon power plant is pictured in the background, amid the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas, as seen from Israel, on Monday. Reuters Mediators on Monday presented Israel and Hamas with a final draft of a deal aimed at ending the war in Gaza, after a midnight “breakthrough” in negotiations attended by envoys from both Joe Biden and Donald Trump. Israel’s Kan radio, citing an Israeli official, reported on Monday that Israeli and Hamas delegations in Qatar had both received a draft, and that the Israeli delegation had briefed Israel’s leaders. The official said talks went until the early hours of Monday, with Witkoff pushing the Israeli delegation in Doha and Qatari Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani pushing Hamas officials to finalise an agreement.

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Hamas yet to give written response to Gaza truce deal: Report
23 minutes ago

Hamas yet to give written response to Gaza truce deal: Report

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Israeli media channels had reported that, following the green light from Hamas, the deal would be formally announced on Thursday and would come into effect on Sunday. Earlier today, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s office denied that Hamas had agreed to the Gaza ceasefire proposal from Qatari mediators. “Contrary to reports, the Hamas terror organisation has not yet returned its …

Israel-Hamas truce talks: Ceasefire in Gaza is coming, hostages too, but...
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7 hours, 13 minutes ago

Israel-Hamas truce talks: Ceasefire in Gaza is coming, hostages too, but...

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While Hamas has accepted the draft deal, Benjamin Netanyahu is facing strong opposition from hardliners in his government as the proposal needs the final approval of the Cabinet Supporters of Israeli hostages, kidnapped during the deadly October 7 2023 attack by Hamas, block a road as they demand a deal during a protest amid ongoing negotiations for a ceasefire in …

Israel Gaza ceasefire live: Hamas truce ‘could come at any time’ as Netanyahu minister tries to kill deal
7 hours, 15 minutes ago

Israel Gaza ceasefire live: Hamas truce ‘could come at any time’ as Netanyahu minister tries to kill deal

The Independent  

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As Gaza nears truce, Israel sees street protests for and against ceasefire deal with Hamas
9 hours, 56 minutes ago

As Gaza nears truce, Israel sees street protests for and against ceasefire deal with Hamas

Firstpost  

At a time when a deal between Israel and Hamas for a ceasefire in the Gaza Strip and release of hostages appears imminent, thousands of Israelis have taken to streets. Supporters of Israeli hostages, kidnapped during the deadly October 7, 2023 attack by Hamas, hold pictures of hostages and of Ron Arad, an Israeli air force navigator missing since he …

Israel-Hamas Ceasefire: Key Terms and Tensions
10 hours, 14 minutes ago

Israel-Hamas Ceasefire: Key Terms and Tensions

Deccan Chronicle  

During the first phase, Hamas is to release 33 hostages in exchange for the freeing of hundreds of Palestinians imprisoned by Israel. Israeli pullbacks and the return of Palestinians During the proposed deal’s first phase, Israeli troops are to pull back into a buffer zone about a kilometer wide inside Gaza along its borders with Israel. Throughout the first phase, …

US says Gaza ceasefire deal 'on the brink' until Hamas accepts it
22 hours, 11 minutes ago

US says Gaza ceasefire deal 'on the brink' until Hamas accepts it

Firstpost  

Hours after media reports suggested that Hamas has agreed to a draft ceasefire agreement for the Gaza Strip and the release of hostages, US Secretary of State Antony Blinken on Tuesday appeared to deny such claims saying that the terror group has yet to give a final answer to the deal on the table, according to a report Supporters of …

Breakthrough in Gaza: Draft ceasefire deal accepted by Hamas - Report
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22 hours, 40 minutes ago

Breakthrough in Gaza: Draft ceasefire deal accepted by Hamas - Report

Live Mint  

Hamas has accepted a draft agreement for a ceasefire in the Gaza Strip and the release of dozens of hostages, two officials involved in the talks said Tuesday. He said Israel will retain some “assets” throughout negotiations, referring to a military presence, and would not leave the Gaza Strip until all hostages are home. The deal would allow Israel throughout …

Gaza-Israel ceasefire deal: From prisoner exchange to troop withdrawal – What is the 3 phase plan? Explained in 10 pts
22 hours, 47 minutes ago

Gaza-Israel ceasefire deal: From prisoner exchange to troop withdrawal – What is the 3 phase plan? Explained in 10 pts

Live Mint  

Israel-Hamas War: A ceasefire in the Israel and Hamas war in Gaza is at its “closest point” yet, Qatar confirmed on Tuesday, a statement that was later echoed by US Secretary of State Anthony Blinken. “It’s right on the brink,” the US secretary of state said during a press conference, adding “It’s closer than it’s ever been before.” Hamas has …

Watch: Blinken presents post-war plan for Gaza at Atlantic Council
1 day ago

Watch: Blinken presents post-war plan for Gaza at Atlantic Council

The Independent  

Sign up for the daily Inside Washington email for exclusive US coverage and analysis sent to your inbox Get our free Inside Washington email Get our free Inside Washington email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Watch as Antony Blinken made a case for post-war reconstruction …

Israel-Gaza war to end soon? Hamas accepts ceasefire deal draft, hostage release in sight after 465 days of conflict
1 day, 1 hour ago

Israel-Gaza war to end soon? Hamas accepts ceasefire deal draft, hostage release in sight after 465 days of conflict

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Hamas has accepted a draft agreement for a ceasefire in the Gaza Strip and the release of dozens of hostages, two officials involved in the talks said Tuesday. He said Israel will retain some “assets” throughout the negotiations, referring to a military presence, and would not leave the Gaza Strip until all the hostages are back home. The deal would …

Gaza truce deal in sight as Hamas accepts draft agreement on ceasefire and hostage release: Report
1 day, 4 hours ago

Gaza truce deal in sight as Hamas accepts draft agreement on ceasefire and hostage release: Report

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Qatar has handed over drafts of a possible ceasefire agreement to both Hamas and Israel, the country’s foreign ministry spokesperson Majed al-Ansari has said Families of Israel's hostages hold a demonstration to call upon their government to secure the release of hostages held in the Gaza Strip. Israel and Hamas on Tuesday sat down for another round of talks in …

Israel, Hamas inch closer to Gaza ceasefire deal after ‘breakthrough’ in Doha
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1 day, 9 hours ago

Israel, Hamas inch closer to Gaza ceasefire deal after ‘breakthrough’ in Doha

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Israel and Hamas appear to be inching closer to a phased ceasefire deal, the Associated Press quoted officials as saying on Monday. would free the hostages, halt the fighting, provide security to Israel and allow us to significantly surge humanitarian assistance to the Palestinians who suffered terribly in this war that Hamas started," Biden said in a speech on Monday …

Biden says Israel & Hamas 'on brink' of deal, ceasefire-hostage release pact expected soon
1 day, 10 hours ago

Biden says Israel & Hamas 'on brink' of deal, ceasefire-hostage release pact expected soon

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As Israel and Hamas are in the final leg of negotiations for a ceasefire in the Gaza Strip and release of hostages, outgoing US President Joe Biden has said that the deal is ‘on the brink of coming to fruition’. US President Joe Biden has said that Israel and Hamas are “on the brink” of a deal for a ceasefire …

Hamas likely to release 33 hostages in first phase of ceasefire deal
1 day, 13 hours ago

Hamas likely to release 33 hostages in first phase of ceasefire deal

Deccan Chronicle  

Hamas is expected to release 33 hostages in the first phase of the ceasefire-hostage agreement being negotiated in Doha in relation to the situation in Gaza, CNN reported on Tuesday, citing two Israeli officials.According to CNN, Israel believes most of the 33 hostages are alive, although some deceased hostages may also be included in the initial release.Hamas and its allies …

Israel and Hamas on brink of peace as official claims final draft of ceasefire deal being considered
1 day, 18 hours ago

Israel and Hamas on brink of peace as official claims final draft of ceasefire deal being considered

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Mediators brokering a long-awaited ceasefire …

U.S. says Gaza deal 'can get done this week'
1 day, 20 hours ago

U.S. says Gaza deal 'can get done this week'

The Hindu  

A Gaza truce and hostage release deal is close and could be finalized in the final week of U.S. President Joe Biden's term, White House National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan said Monday. Mr. Sullivan said he was more hopeful of a deal now than he was on previous occasions since the Gaza war broke out following Hamas's October 6, 2023 …

Progress made in talks over Israel-Hamas ceasefire, hostage release, officials say
2 days, 3 hours ago

Progress made in talks over Israel-Hamas ceasefire, hostage release, officials say

The Hindu  

U.S. and Arab mediators made significant progress overnight toward brokering a ceasefire in the Israel-Hamas war and the release of scores of hostages held in the Gaza Strip but a deal hasn't been reached yet, officials said Monday. A Hamas official said a number of contentious issues still need to be resolved, including an Israeli commitment to ending the war …

Israel puts Gaza ceasefire ball in Hamas's court, submits final draft of hostage deal
2 days, 5 hours ago

Israel puts Gaza ceasefire ball in Hamas's court, submits final draft of hostage deal

Firstpost  

Amid reports that Israel has conveyed the final ceasefire-hostage release deal’s proposal to Hamas, Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar has said that ‘progress was made’ in the talks and said that the ball was in Hamas’ court. Israel has submitted the ‘final’ proposal to Hamas for a deal for ceasefire in the Gaza Strip and release of hostages held by …

Biden and Netanyahu discuss progress on Gaza ceasefire
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2 days, 13 hours ago

Biden and Netanyahu discuss progress on Gaza ceasefire

Deccan Chronicle  

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and U.S. President Joe Biden spoke Sunday about efforts to reach a ceasefire and hostage release deal in the Israel-Hamas war, a sign of the intensifying push to reach a deal before Donald Trump’s inauguration next week.Talks mediated over the past year by the United States, Egypt and Qatar have repeatedly stalled at moments when …

Hamas expected to release 33 hostages in first phase of emerging deal, Israeli official says
2 days, 15 hours ago

Hamas expected to release 33 hostages in first phase of emerging deal, Israeli official says

CNN  

Jerusalem CNN — Hamas is expected to release 33 hostages during the first phase of an emerging ceasefire agreement being finalized by negotiators in Doha, two Israeli officials said. Israeli forces would maintain a presence along the Philadelphia Corridor – a narrow strip of land along the Egypt-Gaza border – during the first phase of the agreement, the officials said. …

Biden, Netanyahu discuss Gaza ceasefire, deal to free Hamas-held hostages
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2 days, 15 hours ago

Biden, Netanyahu discuss Gaza ceasefire, deal to free Hamas-held hostages

India Today  

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and US President Joe Biden spoke Sunday about efforts to reach a ceasefire and hostage release deal in the Israel-Hamas war, a sign of the intensifying push to reach a deal before Donald Trump’s inauguration next week. Sunday’s call between Biden and Netanyahu came as the head of Israel’s Mossad foreign intelligence agency, David Barnea, …

Israel-Gaza ceasefire talks: Hamas ‘very close to an agreement’ while key sticking points remain, official says
2 days, 15 hours ago

Israel-Gaza ceasefire talks: Hamas ‘very close to an agreement’ while key sticking points remain, official says

CNN  

Jerusalem CNN — Hamas is “very close to an agreement” with Israel for a ceasefire in Gaza and the exchange of hostages for Palestinian prisoners, according to an official from the militant group, as the Israeli government and American officials also announced progress in the negotiations. There is a deal on the table that Hamas should accept.” Israeli Foreign Minister …

Progress made in talks over Israel-Hamas ceasefire and hostage release, officials say
2 days, 15 hours ago

Progress made in talks over Israel-Hamas ceasefire and hostage release, officials say

New Indian Express  

CAIRO: US and Arab mediators made significant progress overnight toward brokering a ceasefire in the Israel-Hamas war and the release of scores of hostages held in the Gaza Strip, but a deal hasn’t been reached yet, officials said Monday. The person said that mediators from the Gulf country of Qatar had put renewed pressure on Hamas to accept the agreement, …

Gaza ceasefire 'closer than ever' as Qatar's Emir meets Hamas and US envoys to push for deal
2 days, 15 hours ago

Gaza ceasefire 'closer than ever' as Qatar's Emir meets Hamas and US envoys to push for deal

New Indian Express  

but could still fall apart' Since early January, indirect negotiations mediated by Qatar, Egypt and the United States have resumed in Doha to strike a ceasefire deal that would facilitate the release of dozens of hostages still held in Gaza. A US official briefed on the negotiations said all sides are “closer than we’ve ever been, but it could still …

Israel’s Netanyahu updates Biden on 'progress' in Gaza hostage talks
2 days, 21 hours ago

Israel’s Netanyahu updates Biden on 'progress' in Gaza hostage talks

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National security adviser Jake Sullivan said that Biden was getting daily updates on the talks in Doha, where Israeli and Palestinian officials have said since Thursday that some progress has been made in the indirect talks between Israel and militant group Hamas. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu spoke with outgoing US President Joe Biden on Sunday, updating him on progress …

Trump's West Asia envoy meets Netanyahu amid push for Gaza ceasefire
3 days, 5 hours ago

Trump's West Asia envoy meets Netanyahu amid push for Gaza ceasefire

Firstpost  

Hamas had provided mediators with a list of 34 Israeli captives taken during its attack on Israel on October 7, 2023. The list reportedly includes women, children, and older or injured individuals who could be released as part of the “first phase of a prisoner exchange deal.” US President-elect Donald Trump’s West Asia envoy Steve Witkoff, met with Israeli Prime …

Netanyahu and Biden discuss progress in Gaza ceasefire-for-hostages deal talks
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3 days, 15 hours ago

Netanyahu and Biden discuss progress in Gaza ceasefire-for-hostages deal talks

CNN  

CNN — Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has spoken with US President Joe Biden about the progress in negotiations for a Gaza ceasefire-hostage deal. “The prime minister discussed with the American president the progress in the negotiations to release our hostages and updated him on the mandate he gave to the negotiating team to Doha in order to advance the …

Gaza war: Israeli PM approves sending Mossad director to Qatar for ceasefire talks with Hamas
3 days, 21 hours ago

Gaza war: Israeli PM approves sending Mossad director to Qatar for ceasefire talks with Hamas

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In a sign of progress in ceasefire talks on the war in Gaza, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has approved sending David Barnea, director of the Mossad foreign intelligence agency, to Qatar for negotiations. However, it is not clear when Barnea would travel to Qatar’s capital Doha for the ceasefire talks between Israel and the Hamas. Head of Israel’s Shin …

Qatar briefs Trump's Middle East envoy on progress made in Israel-Hamas truce talks
4 days, 4 hours ago

Qatar briefs Trump's Middle East envoy on progress made in Israel-Hamas truce talks

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Earlier this week, US and Arab mediators made some progress in their efforts to reach a ceasefire accord between Israel and Hamas in Gaza, but not enough to seal a deal Demonstrators gather with signs during an anti-government protest calling for action to secure the release of Israeli hostages held captive since the October 7 attacks by Palestinian militants in …

Mediator Qatar briefs Trump envoy on Gaza truce talks
4 days, 4 hours ago

Mediator Qatar briefs Trump envoy on Gaza truce talks

The Hindu  

Mediator Qatar said it briefed U.S. President-elect Donald Trump’s Middle East envoy Steve Witkoff on Friday about Gaza ceasefire talks it has been brokering alongside Egypt and the United States. In their meeting in Doha, Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani discussed with Mr. Witkoff “the latest developments in the region, especially the efforts aimed at reaching …

Israel’s Netanyahu sends Mossad director to Gaza cease-fire talks in sign of progress
4 days, 15 hours ago

Israel’s Netanyahu sends Mossad director to Gaza cease-fire talks in sign of progress

LA Times  

Smoke rises following recent strikes in the Gaza Strip, as seen from southern Israel. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has approved sending the director of the Mossad foreign intelligence agency to cease-fire negotiations in Qatar, his office said Saturday, in a sign of progress in talks on the war in Gaza. It was not immediately clear when David Barnea would …

‘Cautious optimism’ as Mossad chief arrives in Qatar for ceasefire-for-hostages talks
4 days, 15 hours ago

‘Cautious optimism’ as Mossad chief arrives in Qatar for ceasefire-for-hostages talks

CNN  

CNN — Israeli negotiators attending ceasefire and hostage release talks in Doha have expressed “cautious optimism,” even as some gaps between both sides persist, a source familiar with the matter told CNN. ‘Historic opportunity’ The Hostages Families Forum welcomed the decision to send the Israeli delegation, describing the move as “a historic opportunity to secure the release of all our …

‘Cautious optimism’ as Mossad chief arrives in Qatar for ceasefire-for-hostages talks
4 days, 15 hours ago

‘Cautious optimism’ as Mossad chief arrives in Qatar for ceasefire-for-hostages talks

CNN  

CNN — Israeli negotiators attending ceasefire and hostage release talks in Doha have expressed “cautious optimism,” even as some gaps between both sides persist, a source familiar with the matter told CNN. ‘Historic opportunity’ The Hostages Families Forum welcomed the decision to send the Israeli delegation, describing the move as “a historic opportunity to secure the release of all our …

Israel's Netanyahu sends Mossad director to Gaza ceasefire talks in Qatar
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4 days, 15 hours ago

Israel's Netanyahu sends Mossad director to Gaza ceasefire talks in Qatar

India Today  

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has approved sending the director of the Mossad foreign intelligence agency to ceasefire negotiations in Qatar, his office said Saturday, in a sign of progress in talks on the war in Gaza. On Thursday, Gaza’s Health Ministry said over 46,000 Palestinians have been killed in the war, the majority women and children, though it doesn’t …

US, Arab mediators make some progress in Gaza peace talks, no deal yet
5 days, 22 hours ago

US, Arab mediators make some progress in Gaza peace talks, no deal yet

Firstpost  

US and Arab mediators have made some headway in their efforts to broker a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas in Gaza, but not enough to seal a deal, according to a report, citing Palestinian sources close to the negotiations Palestinians inspect the site of an Israeli strike on a house, amid the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas, in Nuseirat …

Opinion: Ceasefire in Gaza - Hamas needs to make intelligent choices
6 days, 15 hours ago

Opinion: Ceasefire in Gaza - Hamas needs to make intelligent choices

India Today  

The Middle East has been in a fast-forward mode for the past few months. On January 6, Hamas put out a list of 34 hostages that it offered to free in the first lot as a part of a ceasefire deal. While Hamas is insisting that the ceasefire deal should end the war in Gaza and should be accompanied by …

Hurdles remain as Israel and Hamas once again inch toward a ceasefire deal
1 week, 1 day ago

Hurdles remain as Israel and Hamas once again inch toward a ceasefire deal

The Independent  

The latest headlines from our reporters across the US sent straight to your inbox each weekday Your briefing on the latest headlines from across the US Your briefing on the latest headlines from across the US SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Israel and Hamas once …

Hamas releases video of 19-year-old Israel hostage, family says 'it's time to…'
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1 week, 2 days ago

Hamas releases video of 19-year-old Israel hostage, family says 'it's time to…'

Hindustan Times  

The armed wing of Hamas, the Ezzedine al-Qassam Brigades, released a video on Saturday of an Israeli hostage held in Gaza since its October 2023 attack. The Ezzedine al-Qassam Brigades, Hamas' military branch, published a video of an Israeli hostage who has been detained in Gaza since the group's October 2023 attack on Saturday. The Hostages and Missing Families Forum, …

Hamas says it’s ready to free 34 captives under ceasefire deal, reports say
1 week, 2 days ago

Hamas says it’s ready to free 34 captives under ceasefire deal, reports say

Al Jazeera  

Hamas has said it is ready to release 34 captives as part of a ceasefire deal with Israel, the Reuters and AFP news agencies have reported, citing an official with the Palestinian group. Reuters cited an unnamed Hamas official as saying a ceasefire deal would depend on Israel agreeing to a permanent ceasefire and its withdrawal from Gaza. “As yet, …

Hamas shares video of Israeli soldier, 19, held hostage by it
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1 week, 3 days ago

Hamas shares video of Israeli soldier, 19, held hostage by it

Hindustan Times  

Hamas has shared a video of a 19-year-old Israeli female soldier, who has been in its captivity in Gaza since October 7, 2023, when Hamas fighters attacked southern Israel, killing more than 1,200 people and abducting 251 others. Family members of Liri Albag, an Israeli hostage taken captive by Palestinian militants to the Gaza Strip during the October 7 attacks, …

Israeli attacks kill dozens in Gaza as ceasefire talks resume in Qatar
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1 week, 5 days ago

Israeli attacks kill dozens in Gaza as ceasefire talks resume in Qatar

Al Jazeera  

Israeli attacks kill dozens of people across Gaza as indirect Hamas-Israel truce talks resume in Qatar. Dozens of Palestinians have been killed in multiple Israeli attacks on Gaza, hospital staff said, as high-level negotiators prepare to resume stalled ceasefire talks. Meanwhile, Israel pressed on with a renewed military offensive in the north of Gaza, with Al Jazeera’s Tareq Abu Azzoum …

Israel’s Netanyahu approves sending negotiators to Qatar to resume Gaza deal talks
1 week, 6 days ago

Israel’s Netanyahu approves sending negotiators to Qatar to resume Gaza deal talks

CNN  

CNN — Israel’s Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has approved sending a delegation to Qatar to continue the Gaza hostage and ceasefire negotiations, his office announced on Thursday. The three-phase Biden proposal in late May paired a release of hostages held in Gaza with a “full and complete ceasefire.” The first phase would last six weeks and include the “withdrawal of …

Israel and Hamas blame each other for delays in ceasefire talks as deal inches closer
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2 weeks, 6 days ago

Israel and Hamas blame each other for delays in ceasefire talks as deal inches closer

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. It emerged last week that a ceasefire deal which …

Israel and Hamas accuse each other of complicating ceasefire efforts as they inch closer to a deal
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3 weeks ago

Israel and Hamas accuse each other of complicating ceasefire efforts as they inch closer to a deal

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Israel and Hamas accused each …

Israel and Hamas appear close to a ceasefire deal. These are the sticking points
3 weeks, 5 days ago

Israel and Hamas appear close to a ceasefire deal. These are the sticking points

Associated Press  

CAIRO — Israel and Hamas appear closer than they have been in months to agreeing to a ceasefire that could wind down the 14-month war in Gaza and bring home dozens of people held hostage there. Share Share Copy Link copied Email Facebook X Reddit LinkedIn Pinterest Flipboard Print Although Israel and Hamas have expressed optimism that a deal is …

Gaza ceasefire deal in final stages?
3 weeks, 6 days ago

Gaza ceasefire deal in final stages?

New Indian Express  

Even as Israeli forces continued to pound Gaza, killing dozens of Palestinians in the besieged north, London-based news outlet Al-Araby Al-Jadeed reported that a ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas is in the final stages. France 24 on Tuesday carried a story by news agencies AFP and Reuters which cited a statement issued by Hamas as saying that talks in …

US and Qatar intensify efforts for Gaza ceasefire with deal close
3 weeks, 6 days ago

US and Qatar intensify efforts for Gaza ceasefire with deal close

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy The US, joined by mediators …

Gaza ceasefire talks heat up again amid deadly Israeli attacks
4 weeks ago

Gaza ceasefire talks heat up again amid deadly Israeli attacks

Al Jazeera  

Israel has said it will maintain military control over Gaza just like in the occupied West Bank even if there is a deal. Israel, Hamas and international stakeholders are engaged in what are seen as the most serious talks in months over a potential ceasefire deal in the besieged Gaza Strip, where dozens of Palestinians continue to be killed by …

Israel-Hamas hostage release deal 'is expected to be signed within days': Both sides agree ceasefire talks are 'closer than ever' and 'in decisive final phase'
4 weeks, 1 day ago

Israel-Hamas hostage release deal 'is expected to be signed within days': Both sides agree ceasefire talks are 'closer than ever' and 'in decisive final phase'

Daily Mail  

An Israel hostage deal could be signed within days as the ceasefire talks between Hamas and Israel have reportedly reached the 'final phase'. Katz reportedly told members of the Israeli parliament's foreign affairs committee: 'We have not been this close to an agreement on the hostages since the previous deal.' According to his spokesman, Katz had told members of the …

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