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Israeli PM Netanyahu Heads to Cairo for Gaza Ceasefire and Hostage Deal; Agreement Expected Within Days

Dec 17, 2024, 02:29 PM

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is reportedly en route to Cairo for talks on a Gaza ceasefire and hostage deal negotiations, sources briefed on the meetings said. A Gaza ceasefire deal is expected to be signed in the coming days, according to multiple reports. The discussions aim to finalize agreements on both a ceasefire and the release of hostages held by Hamas in Gaza. These developments mark significant progress towards ending the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas.