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Israel Confirms Agreement for Hostage Release from Hamas in Gaza, Netanyahu Informed

Jan 17, 2025, 02:03 AM

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's office has confirmed that an agreement has been reached regarding the release of hostages held by Hamas in Gaza. The negotiating team informed Netanyahu of the developments, indicating that the deal has been finalized. Reports from various Israeli media outlets corroborate the announcement, stating that the government will convene to discuss the implications of the agreement. The specifics of the hostages involved or the terms of the agreement have not yet been disclosed.