Israel announces ceasefire in Gaza
Pravda Ukraine
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 08:30, was delayed due to the transfer of the list and was instead set to take effect at 11:15 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 Netanyahu’s office confirmed that Israeli and Hamas negotiators had signed the agreement.
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