In an unprecedented vote early Wednesday morning, Israel’s cabinet approved an agreement to secure the release of roughly 50 hostages who were abducted into Gaza during the October 7 terror onslaught.

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Watch the inside story of how Israel and Hamas agreed on a Qatar-mediated deal for a four-day truce in Gaza and the release of 50 captives held in the enclave. The first truce in a brutal nearly seven-week-old war is hailed around the world as a sign of progress that could ease the suffering of Gaza's civilians and bring more Israeli hostages home. Watch the story to know if this could mean the end of the current war.

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Watch the inside story of how Israel and Hamas agreed on a Qatar-mediated deal for a four-day truce in Gaza and the release of 50 captives held in the enclave. The first truce in a brutal nearly seven-week-old war is hailed around the world as a sign of progress that could ease the suffering of Gaza's civilians and bring more Israeli hostages home. Watch the story to know if this could mean the end of the current war. To know more watch this interview with Alex Traiman, CEO & Jerusalem Bureau Chief, Jewish News Syndicate.

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Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi urged leaders of the world's 20 big economies to do whatever necessary to ensure that the Israel Hamas War does not expand into a wider conflict. He is speaking at the opening of a virtual Summit of G20 Nations, as India's year-long presidency of the grouping ends this month before Brazil takes over next month.

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The temporary truce between the militant group and Israel will begin Thursday morning at 10:00 a.m. local time. Israel's cabinet approved a ceasefire deal with the Hamas group on Tuesday night. Now several world leaders have welcomed the deal.

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US President Joe Biden gave the impression that a deal to release Palestinian prisoners detained by Israel in exchange for hostages held by Hamas and a provisional cease-fire was "now very close."

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US President Joe Biden claimed Vladimir Putin has already lost the fight with the neighbouring country and expressed the hope that Ukraine's counteroffensive would drive Russia to the bargaining table. "The war is already lost for Putin. Putin has a serious issue, Biden said during a press conference with Finnish President Sauli Niinisto, according to AFP. He has no chance of triumphing in the conflict in Ukraine, said Biden.

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The Iran-backed Houthi rebels said they hijacked the ship over its connection to Israel and would continue to target ships in international waters that were linked to or owned by Israelis until the end of Israel's campaign against Gaza's Hamas rulers.

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The fighting in diplomatic parleys continue side by side in the Israel-Hamas War several countries are taking a clear position in the conflict one country that has been a vocal critic of Israel. South Africa this time going a step further its lawmakers have voted in favor of closing Israel's Embassy and cutting diplomatic ties with the war ridden country. The motion called for these measures until Israel agrees to ceasefire in Gaza.

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The temporary truce between the militant group Hamas and Israel will begin on Thursday morning at 10:00 a.m. local time. As per the latest coming in that is what a top Hamas official has stated. Israel's cabinet approved a ceasefire deal with the Hamas group on Tuesday night and under the deal Hamas is to free 50 hostages over a 4-day period.

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US President Joe Biden gave the impression that a deal to release Palestinian prisoners detained by Israel in exchange for hostages held by Hamas and a provisional cease-fire was "now very close." "We are now very close, very close. We could bring some of these hostages home very soon. But I don’t want to get into the details of things, because nothing is done until it's done," he said at the White House. "Things are looking good at the moment."

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Are Israel and Hamas on the brink of a hostage release deal in Gaza? PM Netanyahu has spelled out Israel's non-negotiables for any potential pause in fighting. Meanwhile, Qatar, the country that is facilitate negotiations, has assured 'good progress' in talks.

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Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh, on Tuesday (Nov 21), said that his militant group was nearing a truce agreement with Israel amid the ongoing war in Gaza. This comes as negotiators are working to secure a deal between the two sides amid the mounting death toll and deteriorating humanitarian situation in the Palestinian enclave.&nbsp;

<h2>‘Close to reaching a deal’</h2>

In a post on Telegram, Haniyeh said “We are close to reaching a deal on a truce,” as quoted by AFP.&nbsp;

Qatar has been mediating with Hamas while also negotiating&nbsp;with Israel and the United States&nbsp;reportedly for the release of hostages held by the Palestinian militant group in Gaza in exchange for a ceasefire.&nbsp;

Around 1,200 people were killed in Israel after Hamas launched its surprise attack on October 7, according to Israeli officials. The Palestinian militant group also took more than 200 hostages, including civilians and military personnel.&nbsp;

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Israel has since retaliated with constant bombardment and later launched a ground operation in the Gaza Strip, which according to the Hamas-run Palestinian health ministry has killed more than 13,000 people.

<h2>What we know about the potential deal</h2>

A report by news agency AFP, citing two sources familiar with the talks, said that the tentative deal includes a five-day truce, consisting of a ceasefire on the ground and limits to Israeli air operations over southern Gaza.

The deal also includes the return of between 50 and 100 hostages&nbsp;–&nbsp;Israeli civilians and captives of other nationalities, but not military personnel&nbsp;–&nbsp;held by Hamas and Islamic Jihad,&nbsp;a separate Palestinian militant group.&nbsp;

If agreed upon, some 300 Palestinians would also be released from Israeli jails, among them women and children.&nbsp;

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According to media reports, intense negotiations are underway in Qatar, which is also home to Hamas’ political office,&nbsp;where Haniyeh is based.&nbsp;

Meanwhile, US President Joe Biden, on Monday (Nov 20) said that he believes that a deal to free some of the hostages in exchange for a ceasefire is close.

“I believe so,” said Biden when asked whether a deal was near during a Thanksgiving ceremony at the White House and went on to cross his fingers to signal he hoped for good luck.

<h2>Hamas leader’s meeting with ICRC chief</h2>

Separately, the Hamas’ leader also met with Mirjana Spoljaric, president of the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) in Qatar on Monday (Nov 20) to “advance humanitarian issues” related to the conflict, the Geneva-based ICRC said in a statement.&nbsp;

ALSO READ |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/un-adopts-resolution-calling-for-humanitarian-truce-between-israel-and-hamas-heres-what-happened-652178">UN adopts resolution calling for ‘humanitarian truce’ between Israel and Hamas. Here's what happened</a> 
 
She also met with Qatari authorities who are acting as mediators in the conflict and said that the meeting was part of discussions with all sides to the conflict to improve respect for international humanitarian law.

The Geneva-based organisation said it was continuing “to appeal for the urgent protection of all victims in the conflict, and for the alleviation of the catastrophic humanitarian situation in the Gaza strip” and had “persistently called for the immediate release of hostages.”

 
(With inputs from agencies) 
 
Disclaimer: WION takes utmost care to accurately and responsibly report ongoing developments on the Israel-Palestine conflict after the Hamas attacks. However, we cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, photos and videos.

Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh, on Tuesday (Nov 21), said that his militant group was nearing a truce agreement with Israel amid the ongoing war in Gaza. This comes as negotiators are working to secure a deal between the two sides amid the mounting death toll and deteriorating humanitarian situation in the Palestinian enclave.

Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh, on Tuesday (Nov 21), said that his militant group was nearing a truce agreement with Israel amid the ongoing war in Gaza. This comes as negotiators are working to secure a deal between the two sides amid the mounting death toll and deteriorating humanitarian situation in the Palestinian enclave. ‘Close to reaching a deal’ In a post on Telegram, Haniyeh said “We are close to reaching a deal on a truce,” as quoted by AFP. Qatar has been mediating with Hamas while also negotiating with Israel and the United States reportedly for the release of hostages held by the Palestinian militant group in Gaza in exchange for a ceasefire. Around 1,200 people were killed in Israel after Hamas launched its surprise attack on October 7, according to Israeli officials. The Palestinian militant group also took more than 200 hostages, including civilians and military personnel. ALSO READ | Hamas agrees to tentative deal to free at least 50 hostages; Israel's approval awaited: Report Israel has since retaliated with constant bombardment and later launched a ground operation in the Gaza Strip, which according to the Hamas-run Palestinian health ministry has killed more than 13,000 people. What we know about the potential deal A report by news agency AFP, citing two sources familiar with the talks, said that the tentative deal includes a five-day truce, consisting of a ceasefire on the ground and limits to Israeli air operations over southern Gaza. The deal also includes the return of between 50 and 100 hostages – Israeli civilians and captives of other nationalities, but not military personnel – held by Hamas and Islamic Jihad, a separate Palestinian militant group. If agreed upon, some 300 Palestinians would also be released from Israeli jails, among them women and children. ALSO READ | Israel-Hamas war: Challenges to hostage deal are logistical, says Qatar PM According to media reports, intense negotiations are underway in Qatar, which is also home to Hamas’ political office, where Haniyeh is based. Meanwhile, US President Joe Biden, on Monday (Nov 20) said that he believes that a deal to free some of the hostages in exchange for a ceasefire is close. “I believe so,” said Biden when asked whether a deal was near during a Thanksgiving ceremony at the White House and went on to cross his fingers to signal he hoped for good luck. Hamas leader’s meeting with ICRC chief Separately, the Hamas’ leader also met with Mirjana Spoljaric, president of the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) in Qatar on Monday (Nov 20) to “advance humanitarian issues” related to the conflict, the Geneva-based ICRC said in a statement. ALSO READ | UN adopts resolution calling for ‘humanitarian truce’ between Israel and Hamas. Here's what happened She also met with Qatari authorities who are acting as mediators in the conflict and said that the meeting was part of discussions with all sides to the conflict to improve respect for international humanitarian law. The Geneva-based organisation said it was continuing “to appeal for the urgent protection of all victims in the conflict, and for the alleviation of the catastrophic humanitarian situation in the Gaza strip” and had “persistently called for the immediate release of hostages.” (With inputs from agencies) Disclaimer: WION takes utmost care to accurately and responsibly report ongoing developments on the Israel-Palestine conflict after the Hamas attacks. However, we cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, photos and videos.

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