Israel announces ceasefire in Gaza
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Sun, 19 Jan 2025 12:27:02 +0200
Israel has announced that a ceasefire in Gaza has taken effect after Hamas provided a list of three hostages to be released on Sunday.
Source The Times of Israel Details After a delay in handing over the list, Hamas provided the names of three female hostages who are scheduled to be released during the day, enabling Israel to declare a ceasefire.
The ceasefire, initially scheduled for 0830, was delayed due to the transfer of the list and was instead set to take effect at 1115 local time.
Despite the delay, Israeli forces continued to strike targets in Gaza for two hours prior to the official announcement.
Previously The Cabinet of Israel approved a deal with Hamas, a Palestinian militant group, for a ceasefire and the release of hostages on both sides.
Background On 16 January, an official agreement was signed in Doha, Qatar, between Israel and Hamas to release hostages held in Gaza and to introduce a ceasefire.
On 17 January, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahus office confirmed that Israeli and Hamas negotiators had signed the agreement.
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