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Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu accuses Hamas of reneging on their Gaza ceasefire deal, attempting to "extort last-minute concessions" by backtracking on the agreement, creating a "last minute crisis".

After 15 months of intense conflict, Israel and Hamas have reached a historic ceasefire agreement, which is set to begin on Sunday, January 19.

Israel and Hamas have reached an agreement to halt the fighting in Gaza and facilitate the exchange of Israeli hostages for Palestinian prisoners, according to an official briefed on the deal.

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken faced backlash during his farewell address as a protester accused him of enabling Israel's alleged atrocities against Palestinians, labelling him "secretary of genocide." Blinken defended the Biden administration's efforts to protect civilians, provide humanitarian aid, and plan Gaza's post-war future, while ceasefire talks showed cautious progress.

Israel to release around 1,000 Palestinian prisoners, including those with lengthy sentences, in exchange for 33 hostages held by Hamas, as part of the first stage of the Gaza truce deal.

Qatar announced on Tuesday that Israel and Hamas are closer than ever to finalizing a ceasefire agreement in Gaza and securing the release of dozens of hostages.

In a significant development in the ongoing Gaza war, Hamas has expressed readiness to release 34 Israeli hostages in the "first phase" of a potential exchange deal with Israel.

Congress General Secretary Priyanka Gandhi Vadra sparked controversy on Monday when she carried a handbag emblazoned with the word "Palestine" to Parliament.

The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has reiterated its commitment to ensuring the safety and welfare of Indian nationals in West Asia amidst ongoing regional tensions, particularly in Syria and Israel.

Hamas released a video of Israeli hostage Matan Zangauker pleading with the Israeli government to secure his release. Zangauker criticizes Prime Minister Netanyahu and urges continued public pressure for a deal with Hamas.