The Latest Breaking News from Hamas

From these beginnings must come a just and lasting settlement for Palestinians and Israelis alike – and a reckoning, says the Observer’s foreign affairs commentator, Simon Tisdall

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s office said Thursday his Cabinet won’t meet to approve the agreement for a ceasefire in the Gaza Strip and the release of dozens of hostages until Hamas backs down from what it called a “last minute crisis.”

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s office said Thursday his Cabinet won’t meet to approve the Gaza ceasefire deal until Hamas backs down from what it called a “last minute crisis.”

Amid reports of a ceasefire deal with Israel and Hamas in Gaza, questions loom over justice for journalists, who families and press associations claim have been deliberately targeted in the conflict zone.

World leaders have welcomed the newly announced ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas, emphasising an urgent need for humanitarian aid and a sustainable political solution for the region, as Israel steps-up air strikes on Gaza ahead of the truce's implementation on Sunday.

THE Israeli military has continued its deadly assault on Gaza despite a ceasefire deal being reached with Hamas, according to reports ...

In today’s newsletter: After more than a year of conflict, an at least temporary peace has been agreed in Gaza – here’s what happens next

The 15-month war in Gaza has led to widespread destruction and a high death toll, with concerns about underreporting of casualties.

Joe Biden says his team negotiated deal but Donald Trump claims it was agreed now only because he is about to become president

World leaders support Israel-Hamas ceasefire deal. UN, EU, Turkey, Lebanon, Australia, Japan, South Africa back agreement.

One Israeli strike on a house in Gaza City killed 18 people as Palestinians await the start of the ceasefire on Sunday.