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Israel and Hamas have reached a ceasefire agreement aimed at halting ongoing hostilities in the Gaza Strip.
The deal, mediated by Qatar, the United States, and Egypt, was announced on Wednesday and includes provisions for the phased release of hostages held by Hamas.
The ceasefire follows weeks of intense fighting that has caused significant casualties and widespread destruction in Gaza.
Details about the number of hostages to be released and the timeline remain undisclosed, but officials have confirmed that the release will occur in stages as part of the agreement.
