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Israel and Hamas Reach Ceasefire and Hostage Release Deal in Doha, U.S. Officials Confirm

Jan 15, 2025, 04:37 PM

A ceasefire and hostage release deal between Israel and Hamas has been reached following negotiations in Doha, according to multiple U.S. officials cited by Axios reporter Barak Ravid. The agreement is expected to be announced in the coming hours, as confirmed by an Arab official to The Times of Israel. The deal aims to halt the ongoing conflict in Gaza and facilitate the release of hostages.