Israel, Hamas inch closer to truce, release of hostages

Name: Israel, Hamas inch closer to truce, release of hostages
Uploaded: 2025-01-14T20:13:42.891Z
Duration: 1 min 55 s
Description: Ceasefire talks between Israel and the militant group Hamas are underway in Qatar. A deal could end the war in Gaza and secure the return of Israeli hostages kidnapped on October 7, 2023, in exchange for Palestinian prisoners held by Israel. US President-elect Donald Trump has also sent an envoy to the discussions.

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Ralph Martin | Lisa Ellis

Ceasefire talks between Israel and the militant group Hamas are underway in Qatar. A deal could end the war in Gaza and secure the return of Israeli hostages kidnapped on October 7, 2023, in exchange for Palestinian prisoners held by Israel. US President-elect Donald Trump has also sent an envoy to the discussions.

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