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CAIRO — Israel and Hamas appear closer than they have been in months to agreeing to a ceasefire that could wind down the 14-month war in Gaza and bring home dozens of people held hostage there. But the sides have come close before, only to have talks collapse over various disagreements . This round of negotiations also faces hurdles.

A series of meetings in Cairo and Doha have led to renewed optimism about the prospect of a deal between Israel and Hamas, the Palestinian Islamists in Gaza, ending the war there after over 14 months. A number of factors, including a ceasefire in Lebanon ...

After months of deadlock, Israel and Hamas appear to be moving closer toward a ceasefire to end their 14-month war.

Reports also surfaced of an Israeli delegation heading to Cairo to further talks, which have since been denied by Israeli officials.

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Hezbollah fired more than 250 missiles and other projectiles into Israel. At least 6 people were hurt, according to the IDF. The IDF says they are examining Hamas’ claims that a female Israeli ...

Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz said on Tuesday Israel will have security control over Gaza with full freedom of action after defeating Hamas in the enclave.

U.S. officials say there is renewed optimism for a ceasefire deal in the Israel-Hamas War. NewsNation's chief Washington anchor Leland Vittert said President-elect Donald Trump winning the White House has "changed the calculus" for Hamas.

Since Israel and Hamas went to war, reporters and editors at The New York Times have closely covered the conflict. Our coverage includes the Hamas-led attack on Israel, the plight of hostages ...

Israel has demanded the release of 34 hostages in the first phase of their ceasefire deal with Hamas. In the list, 11 hostages are touted by Hamas as Israeli soldiers, who do not meet the criteria to