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A groundbreaking ceasefire agreement between "Israel" and Hamas has been officially signed in Doha, marking a significant step toward ending hostilities in Gaza. Mediated by Qatar and the U.S., the deal includes a prisoner exchange and the release of Israeli captives held in Gaza.

Israel's government approved a ceasefire deal with Hamas early Saturday morning.

Latest news and live updates as a Gaza ceasefire deal is reached after more than a year of war between Israel and Hamas.

President Joe Biden and his top diplomats, including Secretary of State Antony Blinken, had sought closure during his term.

Their dealmaking cooperation represents an unusual moment in the polarized world of U.S. politics. But it did not stop both Trump and Biden from touting their respective roles.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is tapping the brakes on claims of success by President Biden, President-elect Trump and partners in the Middle East that a ceasefire and hostage release

Last minute negotiations between Hamas and Israel on a ceasefire deal delayed the release of hostages by a day.

The Israeli cabinet will meet to give approval to a deal with Hamas for a ceasefire in Gaza, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's office said.

Latest news and live updates as a Gaza ceasefire deal is reached after more than a year of war between Israel and Hamas.

After 14 months of talks, Trump’s threats and his special envoy to the Middle East, Steve Witkoff, played a major role in helping Biden officials reach the finish line.