
The Israel Defense Forces says it is preparing to implement phase one of a US-proposed peace deal, but may still need a “rapid response to neutralize any threat”
Hamas has asked for further negotiations on a number of issues outlined in the peace plan, while failing to address key aspects of it – including demands for its disarmament and withdrawal from a role in Gaza’s governance
“I feel hope that I can hug my son again”: One mother tells the BBC she feels optimistic but other families of hostages fear the deal could collapse
Negotiations between Israel and Hamas are expected to resume in Egypt in the coming days, writes our Middle East correspondent Hugo Bachega
Israel does not allow independent access for journalists to Gaza, making it difficult to verify facts on the ground.US President Donald Trump is warning Hamas to “move quickly or else all bets will be off”, as Hamas says it will release all Israeli hostages remaining in Gaza
“I feel hope that I can hug my son again”: One mother tells the BBC she feels optimistic but other families of hostages fear the deal could collapse
Negotiations between Israel and Hamas are expected to resume in Egypt in the coming days, writes our Middle East correspondent Hugo Bachega
Israel does not allow independent access for journalists to Gaza, making it difficult to verify facts on the ground