Hamas, Israel

Hamas to free first 3 Israeli hostages Sunday when cease-fire takes effect
The first three hostages held by Hamas and some prisoners held by Israel are scheduled to be exchanged following the cessation of hostilities Sunday.
Live briefing: First hostages to be released starting Sunday under Israel-Hamas ceasefire deal
The Israeli government has voted to approve a ceasefire and hostage release deal with Hamas, clearing the way for the war in Gaza to halt for a 42-day period. It is scheduled to start at 8.30 a.m. Sunday,
Israel approves ceasefire and hostage release deal with Hamas, beginning Sunday
Israel’s government approved a ceasefire and hostage release deal with Hamas, paving the way for the agreement to take effect Sunday and potentially signalling a new chapter in a bloody 15-month conflict that has enflamed the Middle East.
Daughter of one of the oldest Israeli hostages hopes for answers in ceasefire deal
As one of the oldest hostages taken by Hamas, Oded Lifshitz would be among the first to be released under a ceasefire deal.
Gaza cease-fire to begin on Sunday after Israel approves truce and hostage deal
The cease-fire is set to begin on Sunday at 8:30 a.m. local time, the Israel Defense Forces said in a statement.
Israel's cabinet approves Gaza ceasefire and hostage release deal
Israel's government has approved the new Gaza ceasefire and hostage release deal with Hamas, paving the way for it to take effect on Sunday. The decision came after hours of discussions that continued late into the night. Two far-right ministers voted against the deal.
Israel Defense Forces prepare for return of hostages
IDF personnel in coordination with the Israeli Health Ministry prepare for the return of hostages Saturday. The hostages are expected to return to Israel from the Gaza Strip on Sunday. (Credit: Israel
Israel Prepares to Receive Hostages Held in Gaza for Over a Year
Hospitals and health officials have been preparing isolated areas where the hostages can begin recuperating, and there are concerns that the returning captives may be malnourished.
Israel's cabinet approves ceasefire and hostage release deal with Hamas
The deal is expected to begin Sunday, with the exchange of several hostages held in Gaza for a number of Palestinian prisoners in Israeli jails.
Israeli hostage family member Sharone Lifschitz responds to ceasefire deal
Sharone Lifschitz, whose father is still held prisoner by Hamas, responds to ceasefire deal that could bring him home.
Grandson of 84-year-old Israeli hostage reacts to ceasefire agreement
Daniel Lifshitz, the grandson of hostage Oded Lifshitz, says he hopes to see his grandfather "very soon," given the ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas.
Israel Defense Forces will receive hostages Sunday with equipped camper trailers and comforting supplies
The Israel Defense forces completed preparations Saturday to receive 33 hostages being held by Hama Sunday after a cease-fire ...
Shattered Homes, Uncertain Fates: Israel’s Hostage Families Anxiously Await Reunion
For many hostage families the coming days could bring painful new chapters as they learn whether their relatives will return ...
Israel prepares for hostages’ return with scant knowledge of their condition
A team of doctors in Israel is preparing for the return of the hostages from Gaza with the expectation that many are likely ...