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Israel's Security Cabinet Approves Gaza Ceasefire; Hostage Release to Begin Jan 19

Jan 17, 2025, 02:02 PM

On Friday, Israel's security cabinet recommended approval of a ceasefire deal with Hamas in Gaza, which was signed in Doha and includes the release of hostages held by the militant group. The agreement aims to pause the 15-month war with Hamas in Gaza. The ceasefire is expected to take effect on Sunday, and the release of dozens of hostages is expected to begin on January 19. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's office announced that the deal now goes to the full cabinet for final approval.