Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has announced a deal to release hostages held by Hamas in Gaza, paired with a ceasefire and Palestinian prisoner exchange. The agreement faces opposition from Netanyahu’s coalition, raising concerns about government stability.
Under the deal, dozens of hostages will be released in phases, allowing displaced Palestinians to return home and increasing humanitarian aid. Long-term questions about Gaza’s governance and reconstruction remain unresolved.
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