Qatar and US announce Gaza ceasefire, hostage release deal to pause war

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Qatar and US announce Gaza ceasefire, hostage release deal to pause war

^{Published on 2025-01-16 11:40:39 - MSN}

The ceasefire in Gaza will start on Sunday and last six weeks, with phases of implementation planned Qatar and the United States announced Wednesday a ceasefire and hostage-release deal between Israel and Hamas,

The article from MSN discusses a significant agreement between Qatar, the United States, and Israel, which has led to a temporary ceasefire in Gaza. This deal includes the release of 50 hostages by Hamas in exchange for a four-day pause in the ongoing conflict. The ceasefire aims to facilitate the delivery of humanitarian aid into Gaza, where the situation has been dire due to the prolonged hostilities. The agreement was mediated by Qatar with support from the U.S., and it marks a critical step towards de-escalation, although it is described as a temporary measure. The release of hostages, primarily women and children, is set to occur in stages, with the possibility of extending the ceasefire if more hostages are freed. This development comes after weeks of intense fighting, offering a brief respite and hope for further negotiations.

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