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The Israeli cabinet approves a ceasefire deal with Gaza, aiming to secure the release of hostages and potentially end the 15-month-old conflict. The agreement involves a ceasefire and hostage-for-prisoner exchanges.
Israel’s security cabinet has approved a Gaza ceasefire agreement, according to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s office. The full cabinet is expected to convene later to give final approval.
A ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas raises hopes for peace and rebuilding in Gaza, but challenges remain as ongoing conflict casts doubts on the implementation of the agreement.
Senior Hamas official Izzat el-Reshiq confirms the group’s commitment to the ceasefire agreement announced on Wednesday, countering Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu’s accusations of backtracking.
Egypt is coordinating to open the Rafah crossing to allow international aid into Gaza after a ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas.
Israeli officials announce that the government and Security Cabinet will vote on a Gaza ceasefire-for-hostage deal on Thursday, marking a potential turning point in the ongoing conflict.
Iranian Foreign Minister Seyyed Abbas Araghchi criticizes the West for double standards on the Gaza conflict, urging support for a ceasefire accepted by the Palestinians.
Al Arabiya reports significant progress in Gaza ceasefire negotiations, with Hamas agreeing to release sick, elderly, and female soldiers it holds captive. Official statements from Hamas and Israel are pending.
Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan and U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken met in Ankara to discuss combating terrorism, achieving stability in Syria, and calling for an immediate Gaza ceasefire.
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres calls for a ceasefire in Syria and a return to UN-facilitated political talks, urging all parties to engage seriously to end the conflict and restore peace.
China calls for immediate dialogue and ceasefire in northern Myanmar, welcoming the MNDAA’s willingness to engage in peace talks under China’s mediation.
At least 11 people were killed as Israel and Hezbollah exchanged strikes in southern Lebanon, threatening the fragile ceasefire agreement between the two sides.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy offers to end the conflict with Russia in exchange for rapid NATO membership, emphasizing the need to protect Ukraine’s territorial integrity.
A ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah holds as displaced Lebanese begin returning to their homes after 14 months of conflict, marking a rare diplomatic success in the volatile Middle East region.
Israel and Hezbollah agree to a ceasefire, earning global praise and renewed calls for a solution to the Gaza crisis.
Israel’s security cabinet has agreed to a ceasefire deal with Lebanon, expected to take effect on Wednesday, Channel 12 reported.
China’s UN envoy Fu Cong criticizes the Security Council’s failure to call for an unconditional immediate ceasefire in Gaza, urging decisive action amid escalating conflict and humanitarian crisis.
Israel’s security cabinet is set to discuss a potential ceasefire with Lebanon amid ongoing fierce fighting, as international efforts to broker peace intensify.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has approved a ceasefire deal with Hezbollah ‘in principle’, according to CNN, marking a significant step towards easing tensions along the Israel-Lebanon border.
Diplomatic efforts for a ceasefire in Lebanon show progress as Israel continues air strikes, intensifying the need for resolution amid mounting casualties and economic losses.
