PMO: Netanyahu Cabinet Poised To Approve Gaza Ceasefire Agreement
The Israeli cabinet will convene on Friday to finalize approval of a ceasefire agreement with Hamas, according to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s office. The deal, negotiated with mediation by Qatar, Egypt, and the US, aims to end over 15 months of conflict in Gaza and secure the release of dozens of hostages in exchange for Palestinian prisoners held in Israeli jails.
The agreement includes a six-week ceasefire with a phased release of hostages, including women, children, and the elderly. In return, hundreds of Palestinian prisoners will be freed. While the first phase is scheduled to begin Sunday, delays in cabinet approval could push the timeline back.
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Renewed Israeli airstrikes in Gaza following the truce announcement on Wednesday have added to tensions. Gaza health officials reported 86 deaths in the past 24 hours, casting a shadow over hopes for stability. In Jerusalem, protests erupted against the ceasefire, with demonstrators blocking roads and carrying mock coffins to voice their opposition.
Hardliners in Netanyahu’s coalition, including Itamar Ben Gvir, have criticized the deal, arguing that it undermines security and fails to achieve the war’s objectives. Despite this, a majority of cabinet members are expected to approve the agreement, paving the way for its implementation.
