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Ceasefire Agreement Nears Completion Between Israel and Hamas as Hostage Release Plan is Formulated

Israel and Hamas are reportedly closing in on a ceasefire agreement that includes the release of hostages and troop withdrawals, according to involved mediators.

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  1. After months of agony and rage, hostage families hold out hope despite 'roller coaster' negotiations

    As negotiations draw closer to a ceasefire, the urgency for an agreement is palpable, with families of hostages clinging to hope that any deal signals the first step towards their loved ones' return, despite the political tensions it stirs within the Israeli government.

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  2. Gaza Ceasefire Live: Deal imminent as Israel and Hamas near resolution

    Despite ongoing ceasefire negotiations, escalating attacks in Gaza have created a grim backdrop, leaving locals skeptical and fearful of being let down once more as violence intensifies.

    Gaza Ceasefire Live: Deal imminent as Israel and Hamas near resolution

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  3. Israel-Gaza war live: Ceasefire deal at ‘closest point yet’ as details of hostage and prisoner releases reportedly revealed

    The recent wave of detentions in the occupied West Bank highlights a troubling pattern of abuse and intimidation against Palestinian civilians, raising serious concerns about human rights violations under the guise of security operations.

    Israel-Gaza war live: Ceasefire deal at ‘closest point yet’ as details of hostage and prisoner releases reportedly revealed

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  4. Hamas has accepted draft agreement for Gaza cease-fire, hostage release: officials

    The potential cease-fire agreement between Hamas and Israel marks a rare and hopeful moment in a lengthy conflict, suggesting a glimmer of resolve amid the ongoing violence and loss of life.

    Hamas has accepted draft agreement for Gaza cease-fire, hostage release: officials

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  5. Trump and Biden Say Israel, Hamas Near a Gaza Ceasefire Deal

    The prospect of a deal seems both hopeful and painful, reflecting the compromises that are often necessary in deeply entrenched conflicts, yet it also suggests a potential shift towards better humanitarian conditions in Gaza.

    Trump and Biden Say Israel, Hamas Near a Gaza Ceasefire Deal

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  6. Hamas has accepted a draft agreement for a Gaza ceasefire and the release of hostages, officials say

    The ongoing negotiations for a ceasefire in Gaza bring a glimmer of hope amidst a conflict that has decimated entire communities and left countless lives in turmoil; however, the lack of guarantees for the future raises concerns about the true potential for lasting peace.

    Hamas has accepted a draft agreement for a Gaza ceasefire and the release of hostages, officials say

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  7. Qatar says Gaza ceasefire closer than any time before

    The current landscape suggests that a Gaza ceasefire may finally be within reach, marking a significant turning point in a long-standing crisis.

    Qatar says Gaza ceasefire closer than any time before

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  8. Hamas Accepts Draft Agreement for Gaza Ceasefire, Release of Hostages, Officials Say

    The ongoing negotiations have reached a critical juncture, with a palpable sense of optimism that an agreement may soon bring an end to the prolonged conflict and secure the release of hostages.

    Hamas Accepts Draft Agreement for Gaza Ceasefire, Release of Hostages, Officials Say

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  9. An Israel-Gaza cease-fire and hostage deal is looking increasingly likely in Biden's final days in office

    In a landscape marked by devastation, the increasing likelihood of a cease-fire and hostage deal brings a glimmer of hope that a brutal conflict may soon come to an end, demonstrating a crucial turning point in diplomatic efforts.

    An Israel-Gaza cease-fire and hostage deal is looking increasingly likely in Biden's final days in office

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  10. Hamas accepts draft agreement for Gaza cease-fire and release of hostages, officials say

    The potential cease-fire agreement, while offering a glimmer of hope for the release of hostages, also underscores the complex and precarious nature of the ongoing conflict, where both sides remain entrenched in their positions.

    Hamas accepts draft agreement for Gaza cease-fire and release of hostages, officials say

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  11. Hamas has accepted a draft agreement for a Gaza ceasefire and the release of hostages, officials say

    A potential ceasefire agreement between Hamas and Israel represents a glimmer of hope in a devastating war that has wreaked havoc across Gaza and the region, yet the precariousness of negotiations underscores the ongoing cycle of violence and uncertainty.

    Hamas has accepted a draft agreement for a Gaza ceasefire and the release of hostages, officials say

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  12. Hamas Accepts Draft Agreement For Gaza Ceasefire And Release Of Hostages, Officials Say

    While there are tentative steps toward a truce, the absence of written guarantees and the contentious nature of negotiations leave a cloud of uncertainty over the region's future.

    Hamas Accepts Draft Agreement For Gaza Ceasefire And Release Of Hostages, Officials Say

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

    With both sides seemingly exhausted and eager for a resolution, a ceasefire could finally bring a long-awaited reprieve from the relentless violence that has characterized this devastating conflict.

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

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  14. Israeli Strikes on Gaza Kill 18 as Ceasefire Talks Press On

    The death toll continues to rise as Israel's military operations in Gaza devastate civilian life, illustrating the urgent need for a ceasefire amidst a humanitarian crisis that has claimed countless innocent lives.

    Israeli Strikes on Gaza Kill 18 as Ceasefire Talks Press On

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  15. Israeli Minister Ben-Gvir Threatens to Quit: 'Prevent Surrender to Hamas'

    Ben-Gvir's staunch opposition to a ceasefire reflects a broader sentiment within certain Israeli factions that prioritizes military victory over diplomatic negotiations.

    Israeli Minister Ben-Gvir Threatens to Quit: 'Prevent Surrender to Hamas'

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  16. Jake Sullivan: ‘We are so close’ to ceasefire, hostage deal in Gaza

    We are so close to a ceasefire and hostage deal, and I think there is a very distinct possibility that we get it across the line this week, before President Biden leaves office.

    Jake Sullivan: ‘We are so close’ to ceasefire, hostage deal in Gaza

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  17. Gaza ceasefire deal being finalised, Palestinian official tells BBC

    Israel's Foreign Minister Gideon Saar told reporters that progress had been made and that the deal looked "much better than previously".

    Gaza ceasefire deal being finalised, Palestinian official tells BBC

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  18. Israel, Hamas Nearing Ceasefire Deal, Reports Say — But Israel Insists on Continuing Assault

    But media reports say that the current deal would not involve a permanent ceasefire whatsoever; rather, only a pause in fighting — and it’s questionable whether Israel would even adhere to a pause, as negotiators have insisted on keeping troops in Gaza and Israeli forces have reportedly continually violated a ceasefire agreement in Lebanon.

    Israel, Hamas Nearing Ceasefire Deal, Reports Say — But Israel Insists on Continuing Assault

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  19. Hamas expected to release 33 hostages in first phase of emerging deal, Israeli officials say

    Israel would also maintain a buffer zone inside Gaza along the border with Israel, the official said, without specifying how wide that zone would be – another subject of contention during the negotiations.

    Hamas expected to release 33 hostages in first phase of emerging deal, Israeli officials say

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  20. Final draft of breakthrough in ceasefire talks given to Israeli, Hamas leaders

    The talks involved top Israeli officials, President-elect Donald Trump’s Middle East envoy Steve Witkoff, the Biden administration’s top Middle East adviser Brett McGurk and Qatar’s prime minister.

    Final draft of breakthrough in ceasefire talks given to Israeli, Hamas leaders

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  21. WATCH LIVE: White House holds news briefing as officials say Israel-Hamas ceasefire deal near

    The Biden administration, along with Egypt and Qatar, has spent more than a year trying to broker an agreement to end the deadliest war ever fought between Israelis and Palestinians and secure the release of scores of hostages captured in Hamas’ attack on southern Israel on Oct. 7, 2023, which triggered the conflict.

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Updated: Jan 14th, 2025, 11:14 AM ET

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Ceasefire talks between Israel and Hamas have progressed, with mediators from the U.S., Egypt, and Qatar facilitating an agreement. This plan warrants the phased release of hostages and troop withdrawals aimed at halting a 15-month conflict that has resulted in significant casualties and humanitarian crises.


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