Gaza truce approved by Israel Security Cabinet

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Context:

Israel’s security Cabinet recommended approval of a ceasefire deal brokered by Qatar and the US to pause the 15-month war with Hamas in Gaza. The deal now goes to the full Cabinet of Ministers for final sign-off.
The ceasefire deal faces fierce opposition from Netanyahu’s far-right coalition partners, who are resistant to any compromise.

Terms of the deal:

The deal includes the release of dozens of hostages, with 33 of about 100 hostages to be freed over six weeks in exchange for hundreds of Palestinians imprisoned by Israel.
The agreement outlines two phases for hostage release. The first phase involves the release of 33 hostages in exchange for hundreds of Palestinians imprisoned by Israel, with a more difficult second phase planned for the release of the remaining captives, including male soldiers.
Israeli forces will also pull back from many areas, allowing Palestinians to return to their homes, and humanitarian aid will surge.
Hamas has stated that they will not release the remaining hostages without a full Israeli withdrawal and a lasting ceasefire.

About the Conflict:

The ongoing war between Israel and Hamas began after a cross-border attack by Hamas on October 7, 2023, which killed over 1,200 people in Israel and took 250 hostages.
In retaliation, Israel launched a large-scale offensive, resulting in significant casualties in Gaza, with over 46,000 Palestinians reported killed.

About Gaza strip:

The Gaza Strip or simply Gaza, is a self-governing Palestinian territory.
It is located on the eastern coast of the Mediterranean Sea, that borders Egypt on the southwest and Israel on the east and north border.