Israel-Hamas Deal Is Celebrated in Gaza, but Key Questions Remain Unanswered

There was widespread relief in the devastated territory after news emerged that the fighting may end, even though many details of the agreement have yet to be made clear.

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A Gaza Breakthrough

Israel and Hamas have reached an agreement to release hostages and prisoners. Our colleague Jodi Rudoren explains this critical moment.

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How did stalled talks turn into a deal between Israel and Hamas?

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What We Know About the Hostage Deal Between Israel and Hamas

After President Trump announced the Gaza agreement, it was unclear when hostages would be released or when aid would enter the territory.

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World Leaders Express Hope and Relief After Gaza Deal

Leaders welcomed the agreement between Israel and Hamas, projecting optimism that an end to the war could be near.

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How did stalled talks turn into a deal between Israel and Hamas?

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What We Know About the Remaining Hostages in Gaza

Israel says that there are still about 20 living hostages in Gaza, along with the bodies of around 25 others. Details of their release remain unclear.

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Trump Says Gaza Talks Are Going ‘Very Well’ and Will Visit Middle East

The president’s comments and a note from Marco Rubio hinted that the two-year-long conflict may be about to pause, if not end.

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Arab Mediators Believe Hamas Could Be Open to Partially Disarming

People familiar with the mediators’ thinking say the militant group could compromise on a long-held red line, as long as President Trump can guarantee that Israel would not resume fighting.

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Athens Democracy Forum: Dialogue Is An Antidote for Security Threats

At a forum in Athens, leaders discussed challenges to democracy that they said stemmed from both internal and external forces.

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