Middle East latest: Netanyahu says Cabinet won’t meet over ceasefire until Hamas drops new demands
2 hours, 57 minutes ago

Middle East latest: Netanyahu says Cabinet won’t meet over ceasefire until Hamas drops new demands

Associated Press  

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s office said Thursday his Cabinet won’t meet to approve the agreement for a ceasefire in the Gaza Strip and the release of dozens of hostages until Hamas backs down from what it called a “last minute crisis.” Netanyahu’s office accused Hamas of reneging on parts of the agreement in an attempt “to extort last minute concessions.” It did not elaborate. ___ Here’s the latest: Iran-backed militia will suspend operations against Israel, its leader says Baghdad — The leader of the Iran-backed Iraqi militia Harakat al-Nujaba, Akram al-Kaabi, announced Thursday the suspension of the group’s operations against Israel following the declaration of a Gaza ceasefire agreement but warned they could start again if there were violations of the truce. Iran’s Revolutionary Guard says ceasefire is a ‘great victory’ for Hamas TEHRAN, Iran — Iran’s Revolutionary Guard has applauded the ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas and called it a “great victory” for Hamas and the resistance front. South Korea’s Foreign Ministry, meanwhile, called for a “thorough and swift implementation” of the agreement so that “all hostages are released and the humanitarian situation in the Gaza Strip improves.”

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Israel-Gaza ceasefire live: Netanyahu accuses Hamas of backtracking on deal as he delays cabinet meeting
1 hour, 12 minutes ago

Israel-Gaza ceasefire live: Netanyahu accuses Hamas of backtracking on deal as he delays cabinet meeting

The Independent  

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India welcomes Gaza ceasefire and hostage deal, says it will lead to ‘safe, sustained’ humanitarian aid
6 hours, 31 minutes ago

India welcomes Gaza ceasefire and hostage deal, says it will lead to ‘safe, sustained’ humanitarian aid

Firstpost  

India has welcomed the deal between Israel and Hamas for a ceasefire and release of hostages and said it should make way for more humanitarian assistance to Palestinians in the Gaza Strip India on Thursday welcomed the deal between Israel and Hamas for ceasefire in the Gaza Strip and release of hostages held by terrorists. Ministry of External Affairs Spokesperson …

Israel-Gaza ceasefire live: Truce to begin on Sunday as Gaza strikes reported hours after deal announced
7 hours, 45 minutes ago

Israel-Gaza ceasefire live: Truce to begin on Sunday as Gaza strikes reported hours after deal announced

The Independent  

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Gaza ceasefire: After 15 months and over 46,000 deaths, Israel and Hamas agree to end war, a timeline
8 hours, 39 minutes ago

Gaza ceasefire: After 15 months and over 46,000 deaths, Israel and Hamas agree to end war, a timeline

Firstpost  

Israel and Hamas agreed to a deal to halt fighting in Gaza and exchange Israeli hostages for Palestinian prisoners, opening the way to a possible end to a devastating 15-month conflict. Here’s a look at the timeline of Israel-Hamas war that began on October 7, 2023 Palestinians celebrate at their camp for people displaced by conflict at Deir el-Balah in …

'Fighting in Gaza will stop, hostages will return': World reacts to Israel-Hamas ceasefire
9 hours, 5 minutes ago

'Fighting in Gaza will stop, hostages will return': World reacts to Israel-Hamas ceasefire

Firstpost  

After 15 months of the deadly war, Israel and Hamas reached a ceasefire deal with the promise of releasing some of the hostages held in Gaza. US President Joe Biden “I can announce a ceasefire and a hostage deal has been reached between Israel and Hamas,” Biden said at the White House. “With this deal in place, my National Security …

Families of hostages held in Gaza laud Israel-Hamas ceasefire deal, but won't believe it until...
9 hours, 20 minutes ago

Families of hostages held in Gaza laud Israel-Hamas ceasefire deal, but won't believe it until...

Firstpost  

The families and friends of hostages held in Gaza welcomed the ceasefire deal agreed upon by Israel and Hamas. However, many of them maintained that they won’t believe the deal until they see their loved ones back 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 officials reach Gaza ceasefire deal
11 hours, 58 minutes ago

Israel and Hamas officials reach Gaza ceasefire deal

ABC  

Israel and Hamas have agreed to a ceasefire and hostage-release deal on what's been declared a "day of success" by US President Joe Biden. "This deal will halt the fighting in Gaza, surge much needed-humanitarian assistance to Palestinian civilians and reunite the hostages with their families," Mr Biden said. Mr Biden said: "During the next six weeks, Israel will negotiate …

In pictures: How Palestinians and Israelis reacted to Gaza ceasefire news
11 hours, 58 minutes ago

In pictures: How Palestinians and Israelis reacted to Gaza ceasefire news

ABC  

A ceasefire and hostage deal between Hamas and Israel has been reached after intensive negotiations in Qatar. Hamas launched an attack on Israel on October 7, 2023, killing 1,200 people and taking about 250 hostages to Gaza, according to Israeli officials. The first phase of the new agreement would involve a ceasefire for at least six weeks, and the release …

There Are Still Ways the Israel-Hamas Ceasefire Could Fall Apart
55 years ago

There Are Still Ways the Israel-Hamas Ceasefire Could Fall Apart

Slate  

Sign up for the Slatest to get the most insightful analysis, criticism, and advice out there, delivered to your inbox daily. The Times of Israel on Tuesday quoted “two Arab officials” as saying that Trump’s envoy—in the newspaper’s words—did “more to sway in a single sit-down than outgoing president Joe Biden did all year.” It is not yet known what …

Israel to free 30 Palestinian detainees for each civilian hostage Hamas releases, and other terms of Gaza ceasefire deal
16 hours, 4 minutes ago

Israel to free 30 Palestinian detainees for each civilian hostage Hamas releases, and other terms of Gaza ceasefire deal

Firstpost  

Israel will free 50 Palestinian detainees for every Israeli female soldier Hamas releases. The total number of Palestinians released could be between 990 and 1,650 Palestinian detainees Relatives and friends of hostages as well as people who died during Hamas' October 7 attack react to the news of Gaza ceasefire and hostage deal. Here are the main elements of the …

Biden says Israel, Hamas have reached ceasefire deal after ‘intensive diplomacy’
16 hours, 43 minutes ago

Biden says Israel, Hamas have reached ceasefire deal after ‘intensive diplomacy’

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. Biden said the deal would end “more than 15 months of conflict” that began …

Officials tout a Gaza ceasefire deal and plan to free hostages. Israel says details still in flux
17 hours, 11 minutes ago

Officials tout a Gaza ceasefire deal and plan to free hostages. Israel says details still in flux

The Hindu  

Israel and Hamas agreed to a ceasefire deal to pause the devastating war in the Gaza Strip, multiple officials announced Wednesday, raising the possibility of winding down the deadliest and most destructive fighting between the bitter enemies. The deal, coming after weeks of painstaking negotiations in the Qatari capital, promises the release of dozens of hostages held by Hamas in …

Everything we know about the ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas
17 hours, 35 minutes ago

Everything we know about the ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas

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 Negotiators have reached a phased …

Donald Trump says he'll use Gaza deal momentum to expand Israel's regional ties
17 hours, 39 minutes ago

Donald Trump says he'll use Gaza deal momentum to expand Israel's regional ties

The Hindu  

Donald Trump said on Wednesday he would use the Gaza ceasefire deal as momentum to expand the Abraham Accords, U.S.-backed agreements struck during the president-elect's first term that normalized Israel's relations with several Arab countries. "With this deal in place, my National Security team, through the efforts of Special Envoy to the Middle East, Steve Witkoff, will continue to work …

A ceasefire in Gaza is a victory for Netanyahu – and Hamas
17 hours, 54 minutes ago

A ceasefire in Gaza is a victory for Netanyahu – and Hamas

The Independent  

The ceasefire in Gaza is riddled with tripwires that look almost deliberately designed to fail. Israel’s growing integration in the region – the prospect of normalisation with Saudi Arabia – posed an existential threat to Hamas’s power, its ambitions to dominate the Palestinian political landscape, its raison d’etre, which is the rejection of two states and the destruction of Israel,” …

Trump takes full credit for ‘EPIC’ ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas
18 hours, 9 minutes ago

Trump takes full credit for ‘EPIC’ ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas

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 Donald Trump claimed full credit on Wednesday for the “EPIC” …

Watch live: Israeli hostage families react as Hamas accepts ceasefire deal to end war
18 hours, 21 minutes ago

Watch live: Israeli hostage families react as Hamas accepts ceasefire deal to end war

The Independent  

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Israel-Hamas ceasefire LIVE updates: Israel and Hamas have agreed to a deal for a ceasefire in Gaza, hostage release
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18 hours, 36 minutes ago

Israel-Hamas ceasefire LIVE updates: Israel and Hamas have agreed to a deal for a ceasefire in Gaza, hostage release

The Hindu  

Israel and Hamas have agreed to a deal for a ceasefire in Gaza and a hostage release following meetings in Doha today, sources said. A “Gaza ceasefire and hostage release deal reached following Qatari PM’s meeting with Hamas negotiators and separately Israeli negotiators in his office”, a source, who spoke on condition of anonymity because of the talks’ sensitivity, told …

Israel and Hamas agree to hostage deal, ceasefire in Gaza: Report
18 hours, 40 minutes ago

Israel and Hamas agree to hostage deal, ceasefire in Gaza: Report

Firstpost  

The deal, brokered by Egyptian and Qatari mediators with US backing, comes just days before the January 20 inauguration of President-elect Donald Trump, who had pressed for swift action Hamas and Israel have agreed to hostage exchange and ceasefire. Image used for representational purpose/Reuters Israel and Hamas have agreed to a ceasefire and a prisoner exchange deal, potentially bringing an …

Israel and Hamas agree historic Gaza ceasefire deal after 15 months of war
18 hours, 40 minutes ago

Israel and Hamas agree historic Gaza ceasefire deal after 15 months of war

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 have agreed …

Mediators herald Gaza ceasefire and hostage deal. Israel says final details are in flux
19 hours, 22 minutes ago

Mediators herald Gaza ceasefire and hostage deal. Israel says final details are in flux

Associated Press  

▶ Follow live updates on the ceasefire agreement DOHA, Qatar — Israel and Hamas have agreed to pause the devastating war in the Gaza Strip, mediators announced Wednesday, raising the possibility of winding down the deadliest and most destructive fighting between the bitter enemies. Share Share Copy Link copied Email Facebook X Reddit LinkedIn Pinterest Flipboard Print Palestinians celebrate the …

Hope and dread as Israelis and Palestinians await a Gaza truce that may not end their suffering
21 hours, 2 minutes ago

Hope and dread as Israelis and Palestinians await a Gaza truce that may not end their suffering

The Independent  

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Israel-Hamas truce talks: Ceasefire in Gaza is coming, hostages too, but...
Top News
1 day, 3 hours ago

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

Firstpost  

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
1 day, 3 hours 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
1 day, 6 hours 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
1 day, 6 hours 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, …

Israel-Hamas draft ceasefire deal: A look at the terms and tensions
1 day, 6 hours ago

Israel-Hamas draft ceasefire deal: A look at the terms and tensions

The Hindu  

If the Israel-Hamas ceasefire deal goes according to the current draft, then fighting will stop in Gaza for 42 days, and dozens of Israeli hostages and hundreds of Palestinian prisoners will be freed. In this first phase Israeli troops will pull back to the edges of Gaza, and many Palestinians will be able to return to what remains of their …

Live updates: Israel and Hamas agree to Gaza ceasefire and hostage deal
55 years ago

Live updates: Israel and Hamas agree to Gaza ceasefire and hostage deal

CNN  

Abdul Rahman Salama speaks during an interview with CNN. CNN Abdul Rahman Salama is one of thousands of Palestinians in Khan Younis, southern Gaza, struggling to salvage supplies during the harsh winter. The war between Israel and Hamas in Gaza has raged for 15 months, turning Gaza into a wasteland and displacing at least 90% of Palestinians since October 2023, …

Here's what's in the ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas
1 day, 11 hours ago

Here's what's in the ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas

NPR  

Here's what's in the ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas The Israel-Hamas ceasefire deal announced Wednesday is intended to end the most intense fighting ever between these bitter rivals. MARY LOUISE KELLY, HOST: The Israel-Hamas ceasefire deal announced today is intended to end the most intense fighting ever between these bitter rivals. On one side, you have Israel, backed by …

Israel and Hamas reach a Gaza ceasefire agreement
1 day, 11 hours ago

Israel and Hamas reach a Gaza ceasefire agreement

NPR  

Israel and Hamas reach a Gaza ceasefire agreement toggle caption Bashar Taleb/AFP via Getty Images This is a breaking story and will be updated. Israel and Hamas have reached an agreement on a multiphase ceasefire that commits them to end the war in Gaza, President Biden and Qatar's prime minister announced separately on Wednesday. "This deal will halt the fighting …

Israel-Hamas ceasefire deal ‘on the brink’ of agreement, says David Lammy
1 day, 17 hours ago

Israel-Hamas ceasefire deal ‘on the brink’ of agreement, says David Lammy

The Independent  

Get the free Morning Headlines email for news from our reporters across the world Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy A ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas is “on the …

US says Gaza ceasefire deal 'on the brink' until Hamas accepts it
1 day, 18 hours 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
Top News
1 day, 18 hours 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 …

A look at the terms -- and tensions -- in the Israel-Hamas draft ceasefire deal
1 day, 18 hours ago

A look at the terms -- and tensions -- in the Israel-Hamas draft ceasefire 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. In this first phase Israeli troops will pull back …

Israel-Gaza war to end soon? Hamas accepts ceasefire deal draft, hostage release in sight after 465 days of conflict
1 day, 21 hours ago

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

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 the negotiations, referring to a military presence, and would not leave the Gaza Strip until all the hostages are back home. The deal would …

Israel-Hamas ceasefire proposal for peace in Gaza in 5 points
1 day, 21 hours ago

Israel-Hamas ceasefire proposal for peace in Gaza in 5 points

Firstpost  

As Israel and Hamas sit down in Qatar for another round of ceasefire talks, here’s a look at how the truce deal will take effect after it is accepted by both the warring parties Protesters hold cutout portraits of hostages held captive in Gaza by Palestinian militants since the October 7 attacks, during a demonstration calling for action to secure …

Hamas has accepted draft agreement for Gaza ceasefire, release of hostages: officials
2 days ago

Hamas has accepted draft agreement for Gaza ceasefire, release of hostages: officials

The Hindu  

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 on Tuesday. Israeli strikes across Gaza overnight and into Tuesday killed at least 18 Palestinians, including two women and four children, while Yemen's Houthi rebels fired two missiles at Israel, setting off sirens …

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

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

Firstpost  

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 …

Biden says Israel & Hamas 'on brink' of deal, ceasefire-hostage release pact expected soon
2 days, 6 hours ago

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

Firstpost  

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 …

Will hostages be released, what about Yayha Sinwar’s body? Inside Israel-Hamas ceasefire deal
2 days, 7 hours ago

Will hostages be released, what about Yayha Sinwar’s body? Inside Israel-Hamas ceasefire deal

Firstpost  

High-level talks on the ceasefire in Gaza have gained momentum with some reporting that Israel and Hamas would sign off on it today. AP Will Tuesday finally be the day that we see a halt to the Gaza war with Israel and Hamas signing off on a ceasefire deal? Release of hostages According to officials involved in the making of …

Hamas likely to release 33 hostages in first phase of ceasefire deal
2 days, 10 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 …

What we know about Gaza’s ceasefire and hostage release deal
2 days, 11 hours ago

What we know about Gaza’s ceasefire and hostage release deal

CNN  

Tel Aviv, Israel CNN — The Israel government and Hamas have agreed to a deal that will pause fighting in Gaza and lead to the phased release of hostages and Palestinian prisoners, a source briefed on the talks has told CNN. The deal is expected to include the release of five female Israeli soldiers held by Hamas in the first …

Israel and Hamas may be on the verge of a ceasefire. Here's what we know right now
2 days, 11 hours ago

Israel and Hamas may be on the verge of a ceasefire. Here's what we know right now

NPR  

Israel and Hamas may be on the verge of a ceasefire. Sponsor Message The agreement under discussion envisions a six-week pause in the fighting, during which 33 Israeli hostages held by Hamas and other militants in Gaza will be released, in exchange for a far greater number of Palestinian detainees, according to a formula that gives more weight to hostages …

Progress made in talks over Israel-Hamas ceasefire, hostage release, officials say
2 days, 23 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
3 days, 1 hour 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
Top News
3 days, 10 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
3 days, 11 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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3 days, 11 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
3 days, 11 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 …

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