ceasefire

Biden:

'We remain determined to secure the release of every hostage'

US President hails ceasefire agreement which led to release of hostages, says it has "delivered meaningful results".

'Hamas' list is unacceptable'

Cabinet discussing extension of ceasefire

Mediators submit list of hostages to be freed that violates the agreement. Israeli official: They have until 7:00 to amend it.

Prime Minister Netanyahu:

'There is no way we don't return to fight until the end'

The Prime Minister addressed fears that Israel will not return to fighting Hamas after all of the hostages return.

Report: Hamas interested in extending ceasefire by 4 more days

As ceasefire nears expiration, Hamas informs Qatari brokers of interest in extending it further.

Liberman: 'An extended ceasefire means victory for Hamas'

'Israeli gov't must not agree to extended ceasefire with the Hamas terrorists, without reaching the goals of the war,' MK Liberman stresses.

'Ceasefire will probably be extended by two more days'

"Currently there is no talk of extending the ceasefire beyond the 10 days. If there is a concrete proposal, it will be considered."

Terrorists violate ceasefire, detonate explosives and open fire

Several soldiers hurt after 3 explosives detonated next to IDF soldiers in Gaza, terrorists open fire on troops. Hamas denies responsibility

Red Cross receives 4th group of freed hostages

9 children, 2 mothers on their way home as ceasefire extended for 2 days, allowing for release of 20 more hostages.

Qatar:

Ceasefire extended for 2 days, 20 more hostages to be freed

Ceasefire originally scheduled to end tomorrow morning extended until Thursday as final 11 hostages from original deal set to be released.

Egypt: Agreement on 2-day ceasefire extension close

Egyptian govt. says Hamas will release 20 more hostages in exchange for 2 more days before the fighting resumes.

Report:

4th hostage release delayed due to Hamas violations of agreement

Hamas reportedly reduces number of hostages to be released on the final day of the ceasefire from 13 to 11, including 9 children.

Will hostage release continue?

Cabinet discusses extension of ceasefire

Mediators discussing the possibility of extending the truce in exchange for the release of at least 20 more women and children.

Qatar:

'We hope the ceasefire can extend beyond four days'

Qatari Foreign Affairs Ministry spokesperson says he hopes ceasefire can be extended in order to lead to the release of more hostages.

Report:

Gazans attempting to return home during ceasefire clash with IDF

Residents who did not flee south again ignore IDF warnings on first day of 4-day ceasefire.

Ceasefire broken already?

Red alert sirens activated 15 minutes after start of ceasefire

Sirens activated in Kissufim and Ein Hashlosha after ceasefire goes into effect at 7 am.

13 hostages will be released:

Hostage release deal begins today

Ceasefire went into effect at 7:00 a.m. At 4:00 p.m., 13 hostages will be freed. Their families were informed about it on Thursday.

Qatar Foreign Ministry:

Ceasefire on Friday at 7 am, hostages will be released at 4 pm

Spokesperson for Qatar’s Foreign Ministry says Qatar has lists of people to be released from both sides, 13 Israelis to be released tomorrow

Analyst:

The soldiers on the ground believe ceasefire is a mistake

Military analyst Yossi Yehoshua: 'Significant' discrepancies between how top IDF bronze, soldiers fighting on the ground, see prisoner swap.

Defense Minister Gallant:

'Even during the ceasefire, troops will recive intelligence'

Minister Gallant said that thanks to exact intelligence the troops on the ground know what to do and the enemy is in distress.

'You don’t negotiate with terrorists' - Binyamin Netanyahu

This is an agreement that does not take the future into account. Op-ed.

What is wrong with us?

The same people whose mistaken view of the situation allowed the massacre on October 7th, made the decision fot a ceasefire now. Op-ed.

Otzma Yehudit votes against

Government approves hostage release deal

Government approves deal which will see 50 Israelis released in batches during a four-day ceasefire. The releases will begin on Thursday.

Washington Post report:

Tentative deal reached to pause conflict, free hostages

Report says tentative deal would free dozens of hostages in exchange for five-day pause. White House spokesperson: No deal in place yet.

Open Letter to Biden:

“Stop your support for Israel”

Hundreds of political appointees from dozens of government agencies demand that President Biden stop his support for Israel in the Gaza war.

BBC and Macron call for ceasefire victory for Hamas savages

Since students no longer study the French language, I do not know what the French word for “chutzpah” is. Or is it just cowardice? Op-ed.

Ceasefire? Not on our lives

Was there any pause when the US decimated Fallujah and Mosul? Is the UN demanding ceasefire in Papua? Myanmar? No ceasefire, no pause.Op-ed.

UN chief urges 'humanitarian ceasefire' in Gaza

In a post on X, Antonio Guterres says "need for a humanitarian ceasefire in Gaza is getting more urgent with every passing hour."

Netanyahu to ABC News:

'There will be no ceasefire without the release of our hostages'

PM Netanyahu once again rejects the idea of a ceasefire in Gaza unless hostages are released: It will hamper the war effort.

Op-ed:

No ceasefire, Hamas doesn’t get a 'do-over' to commit genocide

The international community has always given Israel’s enemies a ‘do-over’ after attempts to wipe out the Jewish State.  No more.

Keir Starmer: Now is not the time for a ceasefire in Gaza

UK Labour Party leader warns a ceasefire right now would leave Hamas with the ability to repeat the October 7 massacre.

Hillary Clinton:

'People calling for ceasefire now do not understand Hamas'

The former US Secretary of State explained that Hamas would exploit a ceasefire to rebuild armaments.

Senior Israeli official:

'There will be no ceasefire in Gaza'

Senior Israeli official tells CNN there will be “no ceasefire” in Gaza amid efforts to free hostages.

Report:

Humanitarian ceasefire began at 9:00

The Prime Minister's office has denied reports that a humanitarian ceasefire in the southern Gaza Strip took effect on Monday morning.

US, Saudi Arabia calls for extension of Sudan ceasefire

The ceasefire which was agreed upon last week is due to expire Monday at 9:45 p.m. local time.

Op-ed:

Another ceasefire…and another…and another…

We can but live the best we can and look forward to the next round unless we decide to take back Gaza. Op-ed.

UN envoy:

'I call on all sides to observe the ceasefire'

UN envoy Tor Wennesland welcomes ceasefire in Gaza and Israel, says he is "deeply saddened by the loss of life and injuries".

US welcomes Gaza ceasefire:

'It will prevent the further loss of civilian lives'

State Department spokesperson thanks Egypt's role in brokering ceasefire, affirms US commitment to Israel’s security.

Did Israel agree to ceasefire?

'Quiet will be answered with quiet'

'If Israel is attacked or threatened, it will to do everything necessary to protect itself,' NSC chief Tzachi Hanegbi tells Egypt.

Dep. Finance Minister:

'Include return of soldiers' bodies in any ceasefire agreement'

'Hamas is the master in Gaza, we must bring it to a position in which it surrenders,' Dep. Finance Min. Woldiger says.

Following report of ceasefire:

Rockets fired at southern and central Israel

Gaza terrorists fire rockets towards Israel shortly before expected start of ceasefire.

Report: Israel and Islamic Jihad agree to ceasefire

Ceasefire expected to take effect at 10:00p.m., report says.

Egypt presents Israel with new ceasefire proposal

Proposal includes temporary ceasefire starting at midnight, and reopening of crossings. Unclear if agreement has been reached.

Islamic Jihad: 'Too early for ceasefire'

An Islamic Jihad spokesperson commented that the organization still has goals to achieve in the current round of hostilities.

Israel denies reports of conditional ceasefire

Arab media reported that Israel agreed to stop targeted assassinations and to return the body of the terrorist Khader Adnan.

New rocket barrages at south, center following ceasefire reports

Red alert sirens activated in Tel Aviv and many other cities as Islamic Jihad continues its attacks on Israel.

270 rockets:

Report: Israel, Gaza terror groups agree to ceasefire

Eyptian sources claim ceasefire talks successful. David's Sling has first successful interception of rocket fired at Tel Aviv.

IDF believes Gaza ceasefire could last a few years

TV report: IDF assessment is that deterrence achieved in recent operation could bring about years of calm.

Gantz on ceasefire:

'There was no promise to release terrorists'

Defense Minister: As long as the calm continues in the south - we will allow work and basic economic well-being for the residents of Gaza.

Israel’s eight-minute ceasefire

Negotiating with jihadists doesn’t work. Op-ed.

Lapid thanks Egypt's President Sisi for ceasefire efforts

Lapid speaks to President of Egypt, says Egypt has a very significant role in maintaining regional stability and security.

Why did the Islamic Jihad agree to a ceasefire so quickly?

With the Israeli hits becoming more painful and on target, Iran had no chance but to swallow its pride. Op-ed.

Biden welcomes Gaza ceasefire

"My support for Israel’s security is long-standing and unwavering," says US President after Operation Breaking Dawn comes to an end.

Islamic Jihad claims:

Egypt promised to free leader arrested by Israel

In ceasefire announcement published on Telegram, Egypt undertakes to help free Islamic Jihad leader.

Report: Islamic Jihad refuses humanitarian cease-fire

Israeli govt. wants to prevent humanitarian situation in Gaza from deteriorating to ensure Hamas does not enter the fighting.

Report:

Egypt to attempt to mediate ceasefire

Al Arabiya report: Egyptian delegation making its way to Israel in order to bring about a ceasefire in Gaza.

Ukraine, Russia reach agreement on humanitarian corridors

Agreement would allow evacuation of civilians from areas of battle in Russian invasion of Ukraine.

Egypt urges calm after latest rocket attack

Egyptian officials call on Gaza groups to stop provocations and for Israel to accelerate arrangements agreed upon as part of May ceasefire.

Report: Egypt passed Israel document for ceasefire with Hamas

Document passed to Israelis connected to security, economic situation in Gaza, report says.

Report: Hamas sets conditions for prisoner swap with Israel

Hamas reportedly tells Egyptian mediators it guarantees a ceasefire and a prisoner swap should Israel adhere to a number of conditions.

Egyptian intelligence chief arrives in Israel

Kamel is the first Egyptian official to meet PM Bennett since the new government was sworn in.