US President Donald Trump's administration has begun working on the second phase of the Gaza <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/gaza-ceasefire" rel="dofollow">ceasefire-hostage deal </a>between Israel and Hamas, The Times of Israel reported, citing a Politico report.
The officials and advisers to Trump's Republican Party said that they worked with the former President Joe Biden's administration, but admitted that it will not be easy to push the phased agreement through.&nbsp;
<h2>'End of beginning'</h2>
&ldquo;What Biden left us with is the end of the beginning, not the beginning of the end,&rdquo; one official told Politico.&nbsp;
The officials further said that US National Security Adviser Mike Waltz and newly confirmed US Secretary of State Marco Rubio will start working on the ceasefire almost immediately.&nbsp;
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Earlier on Tuesday, Trump said he is considering visiting the Middle East, though not immediately, as he reiterated his administration's role in reaching the hostage-ceasefire deal.&nbsp;
&ldquo;We&rsquo;re thinking about going to the Middle East &mdash; not yet,&rdquo; Trump told reporters on his second day in office.
Trump's Mideast envoy, Steve Witkoff, confirmed on Monday that he plans to travel to the Gaza Strip to oversee the implementation of the three-phase agreement.&nbsp;
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Earlier, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said that "both President Trump and Biden gave full backing to Israel's right to return to fighting, if Israel comes to the conclusion that negotiations on Phase B are futile. I really appreciate it.&rdquo;
On Monday, the Israel Prison Service said that it released 90 Palestinian prisoners as a part of the Gaza ceasefire agreement that came into effect on Sunday (Jan 19).&nbsp;
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It came after Hamas handed over three Israeli hostages in the first exchange under a much-awaited truce deal, which is aimed at ending the 15-month war in the besieged Palestinian enclave.
(With inputs from agencies)

World: Officials and advisers to the Republican Party said that they worked with Biden's administration but admitted that it will not be easy to push the phased agreement through. 

US President Donald Trump's administration has begun working on the second phase of the Gaza ceasefire-hostage deal between Israel and Hamas, The Times of Israel reported, citing a Politico report. The officials and advisers to Trump's Republican Party said that they worked with the former President Joe Biden's administration, but admitted that it will not be easy to push the phased agreement through. 'End of beginning' “What Biden left us with is the end of the beginning, not the beginning of the end,” one official told Politico. The officials further said that US National Security Adviser Mike Waltz and newly confirmed US Secretary of State Marco Rubio will start working on the ceasefire almost immediately. Also read: Israel releases 90 Palestinian prisoners, Hamas releases 3 hostages in landmark Gaza ceasefire Earlier on Tuesday, Trump said he is considering visiting the Middle East, though not immediately, as he reiterated his administration's role in reaching the hostage-ceasefire deal. “We’re thinking about going to the Middle East — not yet,” Trump told reporters on his second day in office. Trump's Mideast envoy, Steve Witkoff, confirmed on Monday that he plans to travel to the Gaza Strip to oversee the implementation of the three-phase agreement. Also read: Trump’s second term: 'America first' and transactional politics Earlier, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said that "both President Trump and Biden gave full backing to Israel's right to return to fighting, if Israel comes to the conclusion that negotiations on Phase B are futile. I really appreciate it.” On Monday, the Israel Prison Service said that it released 90 Palestinian prisoners as a part of the Gaza ceasefire agreement that came into effect on Sunday (Jan 19). Also read: Israel army says attacks continue in Gaza, ceasefire still not in effect It came after Hamas handed over three Israeli hostages in the first exchange under a much-awaited truce deal, which is aimed at ending the 15-month war in the besieged Palestinian enclave. (With inputs from agencies)

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Israel-Hamas ceasefire deal: Prisoners released as part of swap deal for Israeli hostages

After much anticipation, the first three Israeli hostages being released were finally handed over to the Red Cross by Hamas on Sunday hours after the ceasefire came into effect, Reuters reported, citing local media. Watch to know more!

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Over the past 15 months, Israeli airstrikes have devastated the long-besieged Palestinian enclave, reducing much of it to rubble. Satellite imagery reveals that 70% of Gaza's agricultural infrastructure has been systematically destroyed, either through shelling or the movement of heavy military equipment, further compounding the region's humanitarian crisis.

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Ceasefire deal takes effect after 15 months

A ceasefire in Gaza has taken effect after Hamas provided Israel with the names of hostages to be released on Sunday.

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Gaza ceasefire: Hamas names 3 hostages to be released

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Gaza Ceasefire: Netanyahu Demands 'List' of Hostages to Be Freed Before Ceasefire

Gaza Ceasefire: Netanyahu demands 'list' of hostages to be freed before ceasefire

Israel has carried out fresh strikes in Gaza. IDF vowed to strike Gaza until the truce deal is sealed. Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu has said that the ceasefire will not start until Hamas delivers the hostage list.

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Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said that Israel reserves the right to resume fighting in Gaza with US support, as he pledged to bring home all hostages held in the Palestinian territory.

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Lebanon’s new president Joseph Aoun said that Israel must withdraw from occupied territories in his country’s south by the January 26 deadline set in the Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire agreement.

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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Saturday (Jan 18) that the first stage of the deal is a "temporary ceasefire", adding that US President Joe Biden and President-elect Donald Trump back Israel's right to resume fighting if the second stage is "fruitless".&nbsp;
Israel reserves the 'right to resume war if necessary' with US support, Netanyahu said in a national address.&nbsp;
He stressed that Trump will ensure that Israel has all the weapons and ammunition that it needs, as he insists Israel is "reserving the right" to resume fighting if needed.
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It was the first public address by the Israeli Prime Minister after the Gaza ceasefire deal was approved by Israel and Hamas.&nbsp;
Israel will not rest until &ldquo;all of its war goals are completed,&rdquo; he said, which includes the return of every single hostage being held in Gaza.
He further said the US has promised Israel will have the weaponry it needs to return to fighting if necessary and will do so "in new ways and with very great power.&rdquo;&nbsp;
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<h2>'Hostage release'</h2>
Netanyahu said 33 "brothers and sisters will be coming home", most of them still alive, because of "our (Israel's) steadfast stand".&nbsp;
He further thanked Trump and Biden, saying that the ceasefire deal was achieved because of them.&nbsp;
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While closing his remarks, Netanyahu noted the successes of the military campaign over the last 15 months, including the killing of Yahya Sinwar, the leader of Hamas.
"We changed the face of the Middle East," Netanyahu said, adding that Hamas is not "completely alone" on that front.&nbsp;
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<h2>Islamic Jihad warns to 'murder hostages'</h2>
The Palestinian Islamic Jihad group said that Israeli hostages' families should ask the Israeli military to stop intensified strikes in the final hours before a ceasefire takes effect, as this &ldquo;would be the reason for killing their children", The Times of Israel reported.&nbsp;
(With inputs from agencies)
&nbsp;

World, middle east: It was the first address by Israeli PM after the Gaza ceasefire deal was approved.  "Israel will not rest until “all of its war goals are completed,” he said. 

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Saturday (Jan 18) that the first stage of the deal is a "temporary ceasefire", adding that US President Joe Biden and President-elect Donald Trump back Israel's right to resume fighting if the second stage is "fruitless". Israel reserves the 'right to resume war if necessary' with US support, Netanyahu said in a national address. He stressed that Trump will ensure that Israel has all the weapons and ammunition that it needs, as he insists Israel is "reserving the right" to resume fighting if needed. Also read: Hours before Gaza ceasefire, Netanyahu warns Hamas 'won't move forward' until Israel receives hostage list It was the first public address by the Israeli Prime Minister after the Gaza ceasefire deal was approved by Israel and Hamas. Israel will not rest until “all of its war goals are completed,” he said, which includes the return of every single hostage being held in Gaza. He further said the US has promised Israel will have the weaponry it needs to return to fighting if necessary and will do so "in new ways and with very great power.” Also read: Sirens sound, blasts heard in Israel as projectiles launched from Yemen: Report 'Hostage release' Netanyahu said 33 "brothers and sisters will be coming home", most of them still alive, because of "our (Israel's) steadfast stand". He further thanked Trump and Biden, saying that the ceasefire deal was achieved because of them. Also read: Gaza truce to take effect Sunday at 0630 GMT; Israel approves list of 737 detainees to be released While closing his remarks, Netanyahu noted the successes of the military campaign over the last 15 months, including the killing of Yahya Sinwar, the leader of Hamas. "We changed the face of the Middle East," Netanyahu said, adding that Hamas is not "completely alone" on that front. Also read: Gaza truce: Israel wants no 'public display of joy' during release of Palestinian prisoners Islamic Jihad warns to 'murder hostages' The Palestinian Islamic Jihad group said that Israeli hostages' families should ask the Israeli military to stop intensified strikes in the final hours before a ceasefire takes effect, as this “would be the reason for killing their children", The Times of Israel reported. (With inputs from agencies)

First stage of deal 'temporary ceasefire', Netanyahu says Biden, Trump back Israel's right to resume fighting

The Israeli government has approved a ceasefire and hostage deal with the Palestinian militant group Hamas, leading to a possible end to 15 months of a devastating war in Gaza.

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According to reports, The Palestinian Authority has reached an agreement with the Jenin Battalion that will end over a month-long standoff in the northern West Bank city and adjacent refugee camp confirmed a Palestinian official.

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Israel&rsquo;s justice ministry has confirmed that 737 Palestinian prisoners and detainees are set to be released as part of the initial phase of a truce deal. None of the prisoners will be freed before 4:00 pm local time on Sunday (Jan 18).
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&ldquo;The government has approved the hostage return plan,&rdquo; announced the office of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Saturday following a cabinet vote. 
<h2>Prominent names on the list:</h2>
<h2>Zakaria Zubeidi</h2>
Zakaria Zubeidi, a former commander of Fatah&rsquo;s Al-Aqsa Martyrs&rsquo; Brigades in Jenin, is among those to be released. Zubeidi was part of the 2021 Gilboa Prison escape, during which six prisoners broke out of a high-security facility.
<h2>Mahmoud Atallah</h2>
Another detainee set for release is Mahmoud Atallah, who is serving a life sentence plus 15 years for murdering a Palestinian woman accused of collaborating with Israel. Atallah was also charged in September with the rape of a female prison guard in the &ldquo;prison pimping&rdquo; case.
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<h2>Ahmed Barghouti</h2>
Ahmed Barghouti, a close associate of Marwan Barghouti, will also be released. Marwan Barghouti is serving 13 life sentences, and Ahmed was arrested alongside him in 2002. As the operational commander of Fatah&rsquo;s Al-Aqsa Martyrs&rsquo; Brigades, Ahmed supplied weapons and was involved in orchestrating multiple fatal attacks. These include the 2002 bombing at Tel Aviv&rsquo;s &ldquo;Seafood Market&rdquo; restaurant, which left three Israelis dead and 30 injured, a February 2002 attack in Jerusalem&rsquo;s Neve Yaakov neighbourhood that killed a policewoman and injured nine, and a bombing on Jaffa Street in Jerusalem that claimed the lives of two women.
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<h2>Wael Qassem and Wisam Abbasi</h2>
Also included in the release are Wael Qassem and Wisam Abbasi, members of the Hamas &ldquo;Silwan Cell.&rdquo; Both men were linked to bombings in the early 2000s that resulted in dozens of casualties. Their attacks included incidents at Caf&eacute; Moment in Jerusalem, the Sheffield Club in Rishon Lezion, and the Frank Sinatra Cafeteria at Hebrew University.
The Israel Prison Service said on Friday that it is taking measures to block public displays of celebration during the prisoners&rsquo; release. &ldquo;The commissioner of the Israel Prison Service, Kobi Yakobi, instructed that&hellip; to prevent public displays of joy in Ashkelon and other areas of Israel, the escort from &lsquo;Shikma&rsquo; Prison will not be handled by civilian buses of the [International Committee of the] Red Cross,&rdquo; the statement said.
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According to Majed Al Ansari, a spokesperson for Qatar&rsquo;s foreign ministry, the ceasefire is set to begin at 8:30 am local time on Sunday. This will mark the second ceasefire since the war started on 7 October 2023. 
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(With inputs from agencies)

World, Middle East: The Gaza ceasefire is set to begin at 8:30 am local time on Sunday. This will mark the second ceasefire since the war started on 7 October 2023. 

Israel’s justice ministry has confirmed that 737 Palestinian prisoners and detainees are set to be released as part of the initial phase of a truce deal. None of the prisoners will be freed before 4:00 pm local time on Sunday (Jan 18). Also read: Video: Russia attacks Kyiv with ballistic missiles, drone, kills four “The government has approved the hostage return plan,” announced the office of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Saturday following a cabinet vote. Prominent names on the list: Zakaria Zubeidi Zakaria Zubeidi, a former commander of Fatah’s Al-Aqsa Martyrs’ Brigades in Jenin, is among those to be released. Zubeidi was part of the 2021 Gilboa Prison escape, during which six prisoners broke out of a high-security facility. Mahmoud Atallah Another detainee set for release is Mahmoud Atallah, who is serving a life sentence plus 15 years for murdering a Palestinian woman accused of collaborating with Israel. Atallah was also charged in September with the rape of a female prison guard in the “prison pimping” case. Also read: Sirens sound, blasts heard in Israel as projectiles launched from Yemen: Report Ahmed Barghouti Ahmed Barghouti, a close associate of Marwan Barghouti, will also be released. Marwan Barghouti is serving 13 life sentences, and Ahmed was arrested alongside him in 2002. As the operational commander of Fatah’s Al-Aqsa Martyrs’ Brigades, Ahmed supplied weapons and was involved in orchestrating multiple fatal attacks. These include the 2002 bombing at Tel Aviv’s “Seafood Market” restaurant, which left three Israelis dead and 30 injured, a February 2002 attack in Jerusalem’s Neve Yaakov neighbourhood that killed a policewoman and injured nine, and a bombing on Jaffa Street in Jerusalem that claimed the lives of two women. Also read: Gaza truce to take effect Sunday at 0630 GMT; Israel approves list of 737 detainees to be released Wael Qassem and Wisam Abbasi Also included in the release are Wael Qassem and Wisam Abbasi, members of the Hamas “Silwan Cell.” Both men were linked to bombings in the early 2000s that resulted in dozens of casualties. Their attacks included incidents at Café Moment in Jerusalem, the Sheffield Club in Rishon Lezion, and the Frank Sinatra Cafeteria at Hebrew University. The Israel Prison Service said on Friday that it is taking measures to block public displays of celebration during the prisoners’ release. “The commissioner of the Israel Prison Service, Kobi Yakobi, instructed that… to prevent public displays of joy in Ashkelon and other areas of Israel, the escort from ‘Shikma’ Prison will not be handled by civilian buses of the [International Committee of the] Red Cross,” the statement said. Also read: UN announces new plan to counter the surge in antisemitism According to Majed Al Ansari, a spokesperson for Qatar’s foreign ministry, the ceasefire is set to begin at 8:30 am local time on Sunday. This will mark the second ceasefire since the war started on 7 October 2023. Disclaimer: WION takes the utmost care to accurately and responsibly report conflicts in West Asia involving Israel, Iran, Syria, Iraq, and non-state actors like the Islamic State, among others. In this context, claims and counterclaims are being made online and offline. WION cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, social media posts, photos, and videos. (With inputs from agencies)

From Zakaria Zubeidi to Ahmed Barghouti: 5 Prominent names among 737 Palestinian prisoners to be freed by Israel

Explosions were heard over Jerusalem after sirens blared across the city and central Israel on Saturday morning, AFP journalists reported, while the Israeli military said a projectile had been launched from <a href="https://www.wionews.com/search?title=Yemen" rel="dofollow">Yemen</a>.
The explosions and sirens came after Qatar, a key mediator between Israel and Hamas, said that the ceasefire in the war in Gaza would take effect from 0630 GMT on Sunday.
Sirens and explosions were heard over Jerusalem at around 10:20 am (08:20 GMT) on Saturday, shortly after sirens sounded across central Israel in response to the projectile launched from Yemen, the military said in a statement.
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Minutes later, the military said it had intercepted the projectile launched from Yemen.
Yemen's Iran-backed Houthi rebels have repeatedly launched missile and drone attacks on Israel since the war broke out in Gaza in October 2023.
On Friday, the Houthis warned that they would keep up their attacks if Israel did not respect the terms of its ceasefire with Hamas.
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The Houthi rebels, part of Iran's "axis of resistance", have also been attacking commercial shipping in the Red Sea throughout the war in Gaza, claiming solidarity with the Palestinians.
In December, 16 people were wounded in Tel Aviv in one of their attacks on Israel.
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In response to their attacks, Israel has struck Houthi targets in several air raids, including in the rebel-held Yemeni capital Sanaa.
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World: The explosions and sirens came after Qatar, a key mediator between Israel and Hamas, said that the ceasefire in the war in Gaza would take effect from 0630 GMT on Sunday.

Explosions were heard over Jerusalem after sirens blared across the city and central Israel on Saturday morning, AFP journalists reported, while the Israeli military said a projectile had been launched from Yemen. The explosions and sirens came after Qatar, a key mediator between Israel and Hamas, said that the ceasefire in the war in Gaza would take effect from 0630 GMT on Sunday. Sirens and explosions were heard over Jerusalem at around 10:20 am (08:20 GMT) on Saturday, shortly after sirens sounded across central Israel in response to the projectile launched from Yemen, the military said in a statement. Also read: Gaza truce to take effect Sunday at 0630 GMT; Israel approves list of 737 detainees to be released Minutes later, the military said it had intercepted the projectile launched from Yemen. Yemen's Iran-backed Houthi rebels have repeatedly launched missile and drone attacks on Israel since the war broke out in Gaza in October 2023. On Friday, the Houthis warned that they would keep up their attacks if Israel did not respect the terms of its ceasefire with Hamas. Also read: Israel approves ceasefire deal with Hamas, hostage release set to begin Sunday The Houthi rebels, part of Iran's "axis of resistance", have also been attacking commercial shipping in the Red Sea throughout the war in Gaza, claiming solidarity with the Palestinians. In December, 16 people were wounded in Tel Aviv in one of their attacks on Israel. Also read: Gaza truce: Israel wants no 'public display of joy' during release of Palestinian prisoners In response to their attacks, Israel has struck Houthi targets in several air raids, including in the rebel-held Yemeni capital Sanaa. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

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Israel-Hamas War: Ceasefire at last, but at what cost?

Gazans rejoice after Israeli Cabinet approves ceasefire deal

Israeli government approves ceasefire deal with Hamas to free hostages

Israeli cabinet approves Gaza ceasefire deal

Israel's security cabinet approved the Gaza ceasefire agreement on Friday (Jan 17), which further involves the release of hostages held by both sides, as well as a ceasefire, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's office said.&nbsp;
Israeli PM Netanyahu said that subject to the approval of the Gaza ceasefire deal by Israel's security cabinet and government, the hostages will be released as early as Sunday according to the planned framework.&nbsp;
"...While understanding that the proposed deal supports the achievement of the objectives of the war, the Security Cabinet has recommended that the Government approve the proposed framework," PMO said in a post on X.&nbsp;
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Following an evaluation of all diplomatic, security and humanitarian aspects, and while understanding that the proposed deal supports the achievement of the objectives of the war, the Security Cabinet has recommended that the Government approve the proposed framework.
&mdash; Prime Minister of Israel (@IsraeliPM) <a href="https://twitter.com/IsraeliPM/status/1880242715277033805?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 17, 2025</a></blockquote>
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Several Haredi ministers left the ongoing meeting of the Israeli security cabinet ahead of Shabbat but left notes which said they backed the deal, Channel 12 reported.
Further, Israel began its full cabinet meeting to vote on the Gaza ceasefire and hostages release deal with Hamas, local media reported.&nbsp;
<h2>'No public display of joy'</h2>
The Israel Prison Service said in a statement on Friday that it is taking measures to block the "public display of joy" at the time when Palestinian prisoners are released as part of the truce deal.
&ldquo;The commissioner of the Israel Prison Service, Kobi Yakobi, instructed that&hellip; to prevent public displays of joy in Ashkelon and other areas of Israel, the escort from &lsquo;Shikma&rsquo; Prison will not be handled by civilian buses of the [International Committee of the] Red Cross,&rdquo; the statement read.
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"Subject to the approval of the cabinet and the government, and the implementation of the agreement, the release of the hostages can proceed according to the planned framework, with the hostages expected to be released as early as Sunday," the office said in a statement, according to AFP.
The Israeli security cabinet is holding a meeting and the full government is expected to meet tomorrow evening to approve the Israel-<a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/hamas" rel="dofollow">Hamas</a> ceasefire deal.&nbsp;
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Prior to the meeting, the Israeli PM participated in a security assessment to discuss the implementation of the truce deal with the negotiating team, which came back overnight from Qatar after signing the final agreement.&nbsp;
Notably, the security cabinet needs to vote to accept the deal and then the wider Israeli government cabinet must formally approve it, before the ceasefire can come into force.
<h2>Aid awaits in Jordan to enter Gaza</h2>
As the cabinet meeting convenes, thousands of aid pallets in Jordan is waiting to enter Gaza.&nbsp;
UN's children&rsquo;s agency Unicef said that they have seen "thousands of aid pallets" held up in warehouses in Jordan waiting to go into Gaza.
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Gaza's Hamas-run Civil Defence agency said that more than 100 people have been killed in the Gaza Strip &nbsp;by Israeli strikes since the ceasefire deal was announced on Wednesday.&nbsp;
Spokesman Mahmoud Basal says 101 people, including 27 children and 31 women, have been killed and more than 264 wounded.
Disclaimer: WION takes the utmost care to accurately and responsibly report conflicts in West Asia involving Israel, Iran, Syria, Iraq, and non-state actors like the Islamic State, among others. In this context, claims and counterclaims are being made online and offline. WION cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, social media posts, photos, and videos.
(With inputs from agencies)

World: The Israeli security cabinet is currently holding a meeting and the full government is expected to meet tomorrow evening to approve the deal. 

Israel's security cabinet approved the Gaza ceasefire agreement on Friday (Jan 17), which further involves the release of hostages held by both sides, as well as a ceasefire, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's office said. Israeli PM Netanyahu said that subject to the approval of the Gaza ceasefire deal by Israel's security cabinet and government, the hostages will be released as early as Sunday according to the planned framework. "...While understanding that the proposed deal supports the achievement of the objectives of the war, the Security Cabinet has recommended that the Government approve the proposed framework," PMO said in a post on X. Following an evaluation of all diplomatic, security and humanitarian aspects, and while understanding that the proposed deal supports the achievement of the objectives of the war, the Security Cabinet has recommended that the Government approve the proposed framework. — Prime Minister of Israel (@IsraeliPM) January 17, 2025 Several Haredi ministers left the ongoing meeting of the Israeli security cabinet ahead of Shabbat but left notes which said they backed the deal, Channel 12 reported. Further, Israel began its full cabinet meeting to vote on the Gaza ceasefire and hostages release deal with Hamas, local media reported. 'No public display of joy' The Israel Prison Service said in a statement on Friday that it is taking measures to block the "public display of joy" at the time when Palestinian prisoners are released as part of the truce deal. “The commissioner of the Israel Prison Service, Kobi Yakobi, instructed that… to prevent public displays of joy in Ashkelon and other areas of Israel, the escort from ‘Shikma’ Prison will not be handled by civilian buses of the [International Committee of the] Red Cross,” the statement read. Also read: ‘If they return, we will return’: Iraq, Yemen forces to halt attacks on Israel after Gaza ceasefire "Subject to the approval of the cabinet and the government, and the implementation of the agreement, the release of the hostages can proceed according to the planned framework, with the hostages expected to be released as early as Sunday," the office said in a statement, according to AFP. The Israeli security cabinet is holding a meeting and the full government is expected to meet tomorrow evening to approve the Israel-Hamas ceasefire deal. Also read: Israel destroyed top secret Iranian nuclear research site in October attacks: Report Prior to the meeting, the Israeli PM participated in a security assessment to discuss the implementation of the truce deal with the negotiating team, which came back overnight from Qatar after signing the final agreement. Notably, the security cabinet needs to vote to accept the deal and then the wider Israeli government cabinet must formally approve it, before the ceasefire can come into force. Aid awaits in Jordan to enter Gaza As the cabinet meeting convenes, thousands of aid pallets in Jordan is waiting to enter Gaza. UN's children’s agency Unicef said that they have seen "thousands of aid pallets" held up in warehouses in Jordan waiting to go into Gaza. Also read: Israel accuses Hamas of 'reneging' on parts of Gaza deal Gaza's Hamas-run Civil Defence agency said that more than 100 people have been killed in the Gaza Strip by Israeli strikes since the ceasefire deal was announced on Wednesday. Spokesman Mahmoud Basal says 101 people, including 27 children and 31 women, have been killed and more than 264 wounded. Disclaimer: WION takes the utmost care to accurately and responsibly report conflicts in West Asia involving Israel, Iran, Syria, Iraq, and non-state actors like the Islamic State, among others. In this context, claims and counterclaims are being made online and offline. WION cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, social media posts, photos, and videos. (With inputs from agencies)

Gaza truce: Israel wants no 'public display of joy' during release of Palestinian prisoners

Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu is facing pressure as he tries to secure a ceasefire deal in Gaza, risking his position as Prime Minister. The Israeli Security Cabinet has approved the ceasefire, overcoming last-minute conflicts with Hamas that delayed the vote. But despite these advancements, there are concerns - Can the ceasefire withstand the challenges of internal Israeli politics?

Israeli PM Netanyahu, under pressure, puts his govt at risk to seal Gaza deal

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