Hamas agrees to transfer Gaza control to Palestinian authority

Thousands in Tel Aviv Demand Release of Remaining Hostages

Tel Aviv—Thousands of protesters have rallied, demanding Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu secure the release of all remaining hostages in Gaza before the next phase of the Israel-Hamas ceasefire

Trump says US might lose patience with ceasefire deal

President Donald Trump expressed frustration over the ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas, stating that he was losing patience after seeing footage of Israeli hostages released over the weekend, whom he compared to Holocaust survivors.

Israeli delegation to head to Qatar on Saturday to resume second phase of hostage exchange talks with Hamas

Mossad, Shin Bet officials to resume negotiations as Israel awaits Hamas’ list of detainees amid concerns about Trump’s Gaza remarks.

Hamas visits Moscow, promises to release Russian hostages

Senior Hamas official Mousa Abu Marzouk promises a release of two Russian natives kidnapped from the Nova festival on October 7, 2023 amid his upcoming talks in Moscow.

Israel and Hamas prisoner exchange continues

On Saturday, February 1, as part of the ceasefire agreement between Hamas and Israel, a bus carrying Palestinian prisoners released from Israel's Ofer Prison departed from the occupied West Bank. According to Hamas, Israel was to release a total of 182 Palestinian prisoners and detainees.

Hamas to release three Israeli hostages under truce deal

Hamas is set to release three Israeli hostages on Saturday as part of a phased exchange agreement aimed at easing the conflict in Gaza.

Palestinians return to devastated homes in Gaza

As Palestinians make their way back to their homes, many step into the unknown—walking towards ruins, uncertain of what awaits them.

Hamas releases four Israeli soldiers in Gaza under ceasefire deal

Hamas freed four Israeli female soldiers in exchange for 200 Palestinian prisoners. The release, part of a ceasefire agreement aimed at ending the ongoing conflict in Gaza, took place amidst large crowds in Gaza City's Palestine Square.

Hamas set to release four Israeli soldier hostages in second swap

Hamas plans to release four Israeli soldiers in exchange for 200 Palestinian detainees on Saturday under a ceasefire agreement to pause the Gaza conflict.

First three released hostages are back in Israel

Israeli security cabinet discusses ceasefire deal with Hamas

Israel's security cabinet met to discuss a ceasefire deal with Hamas and the release of hostages, with the first hostages expected to be freed on Sunday.

Netanyahu's office confirms Israel set to approve Gaza ceasefire and hostage agreement

Israel's cabinet is set to approve a ceasefire with Hamas, ending 15 months of conflict. The deal, including hostages' release and a six-week truce, follows ongoing airstrikes in Gaza. The ceasefire aims to ease the humanitarian crisis and halt the fighting devastating the region.

'Why did you keep the bombs flowing when we had a deal in May?", Blumenthal asked Blinken

Father of Hamas hostage rejoices over ceasefire deal

The family of Israeli-American hostage Edan Alexander is speaking out as talks for his release progress after the recent ceasefire. Edan, held by Hamas for over a year, made a plea for freedom in a newly released video.

World reactions to Israel-Hamas ceasefire deal

World leaders have praised the landmark ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas, set to pause the 15-month Gaza conflict on January 19.

Israel escalates strikes on Gaza despite ceasefire agreement

Israel escalated airstrikes on Gaza just hours after a ceasefire deal was announced, set to begin Sunday. The agreement, brokered by Qatar, Egypt, and the U.S., calls for a six-week truce and the exchange of hostages and prisoners.

Ceasefire deal reached: what’s next for Israel and Hamas?

After 15 months of conflict, Israel and Hamas have agreed to a ceasefire that could halt the war in Gaza. The deal, brokered by the U.S. and Qatar, includes a hostages-for-prisoners exchange and a surge in humanitarian aid, offering a fragile hope for peace.

Israel, Hamas reach deal meant to end Gaza war, free hostages and prisoners

Hamas says it has approved Israeli list of 34 hostages for possible Gaza deal

A Hamas top official has provided a list of 34 hostages to be released as part of its ceasefire deal with Israel.

Israel to appeal ICC arrest warrants for Netanyahu and Gallant

Hamas official says group 'appreciates' Lebanon's right to reach agreement