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Israel Agrees to Withdraw Troops from Gaza in Deal with Hamas

Aug 22, 2024, 01:30 AM

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken announced that Israel has agreed to withdraw its troops from parts of the Gaza Strip as part of ongoing ceasefire negotiations with Hamas. Blinken emphasized that the United States does not accept any long-term occupation of Gaza by Israel. The agreement clearly defines the schedule and locations for the withdrawal of troops from the enclave. Blinken noted that he received approval personally from Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.