Israel and Hamas agree to ceasefire, hostage release deal
After intense negotiations, Israel and Hamas have reached a deal that would see a ceasefire and the exchange of hostages in Gaza for Palestinian prisoners.
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After intense negotiations, Israel and Hamas have reached a deal that would see a ceasefire and the exchange of hostages in Gaza for Palestinian prisoners.
Minnesotans are reacting to news that Israel and Hamas have reached a ceasefire and hostage release agreement after more than a year of fighting.
After more than a year of fighting between Israel and Hamas — a ceasefire. A draft of the agreement announced Wednesday between the two sides includes the release of hostages and Israeli forces withdrawing from populated areas of Gaza. Jason Rantala talked with Minnesotans with close ties to the conflict.
A draft deal for a ceasefire in Gaza and hostage release has been agreed to in principle and, if all goes well, will be finalized by Israel and Hamas this week, Arab, U.S. and Israeli officials told CBS News.
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