Janurary 15, 2025

Negotiators reached a phased deal on Wednesday to end the war in Gaza between Israel and Hamas, after 15 months of conflict that has killed tens of thousands of Palestinians and inflamed the Middle East.

The accord outlines a six-week initial ceasefire phase and includes the gradual withdrawal of Israeli forces from the Gaza Strip and release of hostages held by Hamas in exchange for Palestinian prisoners held by Israel.

The deal will take effect on Jan 19, Qatar's Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani announced. Qatar, together with Egypt and the U.S. brokered the deal.

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