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Ceasefire and Hostage Deal: Key Provisions and Updates
A ceasefire agreement and hostage deal were reportedly reached on Wednesday, sparking a wave of anticipation for peace and recovery. The agreement includes key provisions that aim to address both humanitarian and security concerns, under the mediation of Qatar and Egypt. Arab media outlets have revealed several details of the deal, which is expected to be implemented in phases. #Ceasefire #HostageDeal #Israel #Gaza #Palestine #HumanitarianAid #RafahCrossing #PrisonerExchange #MiddleEast #PeaceDeal #HostageRelease #Netanyahu #Biden #Qatar #Egypt #Hamas
January 16, 2025 | 4 minutes read
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