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Israel and Hamas Agree to Hostage Release and Northern Gaza Access

A fragile ceasefire sees progress with a deal to release six Israeli hostages and allow displaced Palestinians to return north.

  • Israel and Hamas reached an agreement to release six Israeli hostages, including civilian Arbel Yehoud, with the first release scheduled for Thursday.
  • The deal allows Palestinians to begin returning to northern Gaza starting Monday after weeks of displacement due to the ongoing conflict.
  • Tensions remain high as Israeli forces fired on crowds attempting to move north, killing two and wounding several others, according to local health officials.
  • The ceasefire, now in its second week, aims to facilitate a phased release of hostages and Palestinian prisoners while addressing humanitarian needs in Gaza.
  • Proposals by former U.S. President Donald Trump to resettle Gaza's population in Egypt and Jordan faced rejection from Arab nations and Palestinian leaders.
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