Significant Progress in Ceasefire Talks between Israel and Hamas
U.S. and Arab mediators report major advancements in negotiations for a Gaza ceasefire and hostage release before Trump's inauguration.
Ceasefire talks have stalled repeatedly even when officials have expressed optimism about so-called breakthroughs.
Israel-Gaza war live: progress made in talks for a ceasefire, says Hamas
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For all these reasons, now is seen as the best chance in months to bridge the gaps between Israel and Hamas and bring an end to the war.
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The coming days will be crucial for ending more than 15 months of fighting, which has significantly destabilized the Middle East.
Officials report breakthrough in Israel-Hamas ceasefire talks
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A deal could weaken Netanyahu’s coalition, which includes two far-right factions that have threatened to leave the government if Israel makes too many concessions.
Progress made in talks over Israel-Hamas ceasefire and hostage release, officials say
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Despite intense mediation by the United States, Qatar and Egypt, the talks have repeatedly stalled over several key issues including the details of the exchange, whether the ceasefire would be permanent and the withdrawal of Israeli forces.
What have the main obstacles been to a ceasefire deal in Gaza and the release of Israel's hostages?
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Optimism continued to build within the Biden administration over recent progress in the monthslong talks.
Ceasefire talks between Israel and Hamas make 'very real' progress
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Middle East latest: Gaza ceasefire talks press on in Qatar
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A deal could weaken Netanyahu’s coalition, which includes two far-right factions that have threatened to leave the government if Israel makes too many concessions.
Progress Made In Talks Over Israel-Hamas Ceasefire And Hostage Release, Officials Say
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Biden has stressed the immediate need for the ceasefire and return of the hostages with a surge in humanitarian aid.
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The optimistic tone was tempered though by Israel’s far-right Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich, who said Monday that the potential ceasefire-hostage deal would be a “catastrophe” for Israel’s national security.
Hamas ‘very close to an agreement’ with Israel while key sticking points remain, official says
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Since then, more than 46,000 people have been killed in Gaza, according to Palestinian health officials, with much of the enclave laid to waste and gripped by a humanitarian crisis, and most of its population displaced.
Biden spoke with Netanyahu as US officials race to reach hostage, cease-fire deal
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Summary
U.S. President Biden, alongside Israeli PM Netanyahu, is undertaking intense negotiations with Hamas for a ceasefire and hostage release as Jan. 20 nears. Recent mediation efforts have shown progress towards a phased agreement, including humanitarian provisions and military withdrawals. However, contentious points remain, particularly around the details of the hostage exchange and ongoing military presence. With over 46,000 Palestinians killed, fears grow for the hostages' safety amidst intensified fighting. The negotiations also factor in political pressures from the incoming Trump administration, shaping the urgency for resolution.
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