Netanyahu’s Cabinet Approves Temporary Ceasefire Agreement in Gaza: Latest Updates and Analysis

2023-11-22 03:13:57

Jerusalem: A month and a half following the start of the Israel-Hamas war, Netanyahu’s cabinet approved a temporary ceasefire agreement in Gaza. A four-day ceasefire has been approved. The ceasefire was agreed upon in talks mediated by Qatar.

According to the agreement, Hamas will release 50 hostages captured and imprisoned on October 7. The Israeli Prime Minister’s Office released a statement clarifying this. But Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu has made it clear that the war will not end completely. It is also reported that 150 Palestinian prisoners in Israeli custody will be released. Hamas releases hostages, including women and children.

The deal was approved following an all-night cabinet meeting chaired by Benjamin Netanyahu. “It’s a difficult decision, but it’s the right one,” he told ministers following the meeting.

It was decided to extend the ceasefire by one day for every ten hostages released. All hostages will be returned to the country. A statement released by the Prime Minister’s Office said that the Israeli government and military will continue to fight to completely eliminate Hamas and ensure that no further threats arise from Gaza.

Hamas also issued a statement welcoming the ceasefire agreement. Hamas also said it would release 150 Palestinians from Israeli prisons.

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