Israel, Hamas reach a hostage and ceasefire deal that could end 15 months of war in Gaza
After nearly a year and a half of war in Gaza, a ceasefire and hostage deal was struck between Israel and Hamas. The deal was mediated by the United States, Egypt and Qatar and will begin this weekend.
Israel and Hamas agree to Gaza ceasefire, raising hopes of a reprieve
The deal, mediated by the United States, offered a glimmer of hope in a conflict that has taken an immense human toll.
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President Joe Biden touted a ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas, a goal his administration has been working toward for more than a year now.
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During a weeklong ceasefire between Hamas and Israel in late November 2023, Hamas freed more than 100 people. In exchange, Israel released more than 200 Palestinians from Israeli prisons. Several hostages in Gaza have also been freed in the months since, while the bodies of others have been recovered.
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Global peacemakers are praying the Israel-Hamas ceasefire will hold "so we do not return to the daily horror."
Israel and Hamas reach ceasefire and hostage release deal
Secretary of State Antony Blinken had said the U.S. wanted a ceasefire deal in Gaza and all remaining captives released before Donald Trump takes office on Jan. 20.
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Mediators say Israel and Hamas have agreed to a pause in fighting in Gaza and to begin releasing the hostages held there
What to know about the Israel-Hamas ceasefire deal
Israel and Hamas agreed to a ceasefire and hostage release deal on Jan. 15, following more than 15 months of devastating war.
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